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Cursus: NWI-BM068
NWI-BM068
Environmental Microbiology & Biotechnology
Cursus informatieRooster
CursusNWI-BM068
Studiepunten (ECTS)3
Categorie03 (Verdiepend)
VoertaalEngels
Aangeboden doorRadboud Universiteit; Faculteit der Natuurwetenschappen, Wiskunde en Informatica; BioWetenschappen;
Docenten
VorigeVolgende 2
Docent
P. Blom, MSc
Overige cursussen docent
Docent
dr. ing. M.A.H.J. van Kessel
Overige cursussen docent
Docent
W.B. Lenferink
Overige cursussen docent
Examinator
dr. S. Lücker
Overige cursussen docent
Contactpersoon van de cursus
dr. S. Lücker
Overige cursussen docent
Collegejaar2022
Periode
KW1  (05-09-2022 t/m 06-11-2022)
Aanvangsblok
KW1
Onderwijsvorm
voltijd
Opmerking-
Inschrijven via OSIRISJa
Inschrijven voor bijvakkersJa
VoorinschrijvingNee
WachtlijstNee
Plaatsingsprocedure-
Cursusdoelen
At the end of this course, the student is able to:
  • examine the novelty of a microorganism that was newly isolated from the environment based on genotypic and phenotypic characteristics
  • design experiments to characterize the diversity and function of microorganisms in the environment in order to understand biogeochemical cycles in an ecosystem
  • evaluate the implication of environmental key parameters on microbial diversity in order to predict the response to environmental changes
  • develop an approach for the use of microorganisms as bio-catalysts in industrial applications such as waste water treatment, biogas production and bioremediation
  • discuss the role of microorganisms in the evolution of cellular life on Earth
Inhoud
Our Earth is a microbial planet. Microbes do not only play a fundamental role in nature's nutrient cycling, their catalytic functionality is also applied in biotechnological processes such as waste water treatment, bioremediation and energy generation. They are incredibly diverse and so far only a fraction of what is estimated to live on our planet has been discovered and characterized.
In 'Environmental Microbiology & Biotechnology', we will have a look at microbial diversity in nature and introduce methods to study their distribution and function in an ecosystem. We will focus on their role in Earth's nutrient cycling, their adaptation to different environments and from there make a link to their application in engineered systems.

Instructional Modes
  • Lecture
  • Team-based learning activities
  • Tutorial
  • Self-study
Niveau

Voorkennis
Basic knowledge in microbial physiology and the role of microorganisms in biogeochemical cycling as can be obtained in the courses "Physiology of Microorganisms" and "Microbial Metabolism" in the BSc Biology at RU or by self-study with the book "Brock Microbiology of Microorganisms".
Toetsinformatie
Oral examination (30 min per student), which will determine the final grade.

The level and quality of participation in the collaborative learning activities will contribute to the final grade on a bonus-malus basis.
Bijzonderheden

A large part of the course is based on collaborative learning activities. Participation is mandatory and will contribute to the final grade.


The course is a obligatory course within the MSc Biology specialisation Microbiology. The number of places is limited, but allows additional students from other study programs. Please inquire with the course coordinator Sebastian Lücker (s.luecker@science.ru.nl).
Verplicht materiaal
Boek
Brock Biology of Microorganisms, Pearson (14th edition or newer)
Werkvormen
Cursus
AanwezigheidsplichtJa

Werkgroep
AanwezigheidsplichtJa

Toetsen
Tentamen, mondeling
Weging1
ToetsvormMondeling
GelegenhedenBlok KW1, Blok KW2

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