NSCPHD1110 28th Nova PhD Course on Plant Pathology - "Genomic and transcriptomic sequences - a revolution in Plant Pathology"

Volume 2013/2014
Content
  • Techique overview
  • Comparison of different omics technologies – input, sensitivity, output
  • Genome sequences for
    • Gene discovery
    • Polymorphism – variation for breeding
    • Sampling microbial ecology (endophytes, epiphytes, rhizosphere, pathogens)
  • Transcriptome deep sequencing for understanding pathogenicity and defence
    • Effectors comparing pathogens
    • Defence mechanisms
Effects of environment – interactions with abiotic factors, beneficial organisms
Literature study with colloquia. Lectures. Poster sessions. Group work.
  • Category
  • Hours
  • Colloquia
  • 25
  • Exam
  • 10
  • Excursions
  • 4
  • Lectures
  • 18
  • Preparation
  • 80
  • Theory exercises
  • 12
  • Total
  • 149
Credit
6 ECTS
Type of assessment
Written assignment under invigilation
Critical evaluation of lecture or poster, participation in discussions, and essay.