300561 UE Molecular Phylogenetics - from the root to the tips of the animal tree (2019W)
Methods and concepts of molecular phylogenetics: from DNA to interpreted phylogenies
Continuous assessment of course work
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Note: The time of your registration within the registration period has no effect on the allocation of places (no first come, first served).
- Registration is open from Th 05.09.2019 08:00 to Th 19.09.2019 18:00
- Deregistration possible until Th 31.10.2019 18:00
Details
max. 10 participants
Language: German, English
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Classes (iCal) - next class is marked with N
Vorbesprechung am 07.10.2019 um 11 Uhr im SR 1, UZA 1, Biozentrum Althanstraße 14, 1090 Wien
LV findet vom 04.11.2019 - 22.11.2019 von 09.00-16.00 Uhr täglich statt. Teilweise im SR 1 und teilweis im Labor. Wird bei der Vorbesprechung bekannt gegeben.Eigener Laptop (Windows) ist unbedingt anzuraten.- Monday 07.10. 11:00 - 12:00 Seminarraum 1, UZA 1, Biozentrum Althanstraße 14 1.025
- Monday 04.11. 09:00 - 12:00 Seminarraum 1, UZA 1, Biozentrum Althanstraße 14 1.025
- Tuesday 05.11. 09:00 - 12:00 Seminarraum 1, UZA 1, Biozentrum Althanstraße 14 1.025
- Monday 11.11. 09:00 - 16:00 Seminarraum 1, UZA 1, Biozentrum Althanstraße 14 1.025
- Tuesday 12.11. 09:00 - 16:00 Seminarraum 1, UZA 1, Biozentrum Althanstraße 14 1.025
- Wednesday 13.11. 09:00 - 16:00 Seminarraum 1, UZA 1, Biozentrum Althanstraße 14 1.025
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Aims, contents and method of the course
Students get hands-on experience in the workflow of DNA-based phylogenetic inference, starting with DNA extraction from animal tissue, on to PCR, sequencing, computer-based alignment and tree reconstruction, and the critical interpretation of the results. The lecture part covers the most important theoretical principles of molecular phylogenetics. Students apply their knowledge to mini-projects. The results are delivered in short oral presentations and written reports in the style of scientific publications.
Assessment and permitted materials
Performance is evaluated by the student´s committment during the course and the quality of the oral and written presentations.
Minimum requirements and assessment criteria
Students are familiar with molecular lab procedures, DNA extraction, PCR, cloning of PCR-products, and DNA sequencing. They have basic practical experience in using DNA databases, sequence alignment, and various methods of tree inference. Participants are able to appropriately present their results and to critically evaluate publications in this field.
Examination topics
Introductory lectures, coaching the workflow in the molecular lab, introduction to and usage of various software for sequence analysis (alignment, tree inference, graphical presentation of results), scientific writing and publication.
Reading list
Association in the course directory
BZO 12, MZO 2, MES5
Last modified: Th 23.02.2023 00:26