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551-0421-00L 6 Credits BSC D-USYS , D-BIOL
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Biology and Ecology of Fungi in Forests

Biologie und Ökologie der Pilze im Wald

Lecturers: Dr. Daniel Hermann Rigling, Dr. Ivano Livio Brunner, Dr. Martina Peter Baltensweiler
Examiners: Dr. Daniel Hermann Rigling
Number of participants limited to 10. The enrolment is done by the D-BIOL study administration. General safety regulations for all block courses: -Whenever possible the distance rules have to be respected -All students have to wear masks throughout the course (keep reserve masks ready) -The installation and activation of the Swiss Covid-App is highly encouraged -Any additional rules for individual courses have to be respected -Students showing any COVID-19 symptoms are not allowed to enter ETH buildings and have to inform the course responsible
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Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:36:22

Abstract

Introduction of the biological and ecological basics of fungi in forests. Focusing on mycorrhizal, saprobic, and pathogenic fungi and their functional relevance in the forest ecosystems. To get to know current methodological research approaches on the basis of selected examples with practical works in forest and lab as well as excursions and lectures.

Objective

Knowledge of the fungi of forest and its ecological significance. Knowing of current methodological research approaches. Self-reliant and deepened activities of selected topics of fungi from forests.

Content

Introduction of the biological and ecological basics of fungi in forests. Focusing on mycorrhizal, saprobic, and pathogenic fungi and their functional relevance in the forest ecosystems. To get to know current methodological research approaches on the basis of selected examples with practical works in forest and lab as well as excursions and lectures.

Resources

Lecture Notes

Unterlagen zum Kurs werden abgegeben.

Literature

Breitenbach J, Kränzlin F. 1980-2005. Pilze der Schweiz, Bände 1-6. Flammer R, Horak E. 2003. Giftpilze-Pilzgifte. Schwabe, Basel. Flück M. 2006. Pilzführer Schweiz. Haupt, Bern. Smith S.E, Read D.J. 1997. Mycorrhizal Symbiosis. Academic Press, 2nd ed.

General Information

Language
German
Levels
BSC
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
graded semester performance
Es wird nur der Hauptexaminator aufgeführt. Weitere Examinatoren: Die oben aufgeführten Dozierenden.

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
practical/laboratory course Biologie und Ökologie der Pilze im Wald
Permission from lecturers required for all students. Blockkurs im 2. Viertel des Herbstsemesters
  • Tue 13:00-17:00 (WSL LG E5)
  • Wed 08:00-17:00 (WSL LG E5)
  • Thu 08:00-17:00 (WSL LG E5)
  • Fri 08:00-17:00 (WSL LG E5)
100 h semesterly

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