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Seminar for Bachelor Students: Biogeochemistry

Seminar für Bachelor-Studierende: Biogeochemie

Lecturers & Examiners: Dr. Daniel Iso Christl, Dr. Marcel Müller

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Last Updated: 2026-02-05 16:14:28

Abstract

Current research topics are presented and discussed based on scientific literature. The students prepare a presentation with the support of an expert. Subsequently, the topics are discussed jointly by students and experts in student-moderated discussion rounds. Presentation and moderation techniques are introduced and trained in the seminar, supported by instructions for constructive feedback.

Objective

The seminar aims at introducing the students to current research in the field of biogeochemistry and connect them with researchers. After the seminar, students are able to … - understand and critically evaluate original scientific papers and to communicate their findings in a coherent way (presentation); in doing so, they become familiar with different types of publications and relevant journals in the field of biogeochemistry; - discuss scientific results, plan and lead discussion rounds (moderation); - give and receive constructive feedback.

Content

Part 1: Literature search; presentation and moderation techniques. Part 2: Literature study; online-exchange of information; presentation and discussion moderated by students.

Resources

Lecture Notes

Selected handouts will be distributed in class.https://moodle-app2.let.ethz.ch/auth/shibboleth/login.php

General Information

Language: German
Levels: BSC
Frequency: Yearly recurring

Examination

Type: ungraded semester performance

Registration & Places

Signup End: 18.09.2023

Course Components

Type	Title	Time & Place	Hours
seminar	Seminar für Bachelor-Studierende: Biogeochemie	Wed 10:15-12:00 (CHN G 42)	2 h weekly

Offered In

Environmental Sciences Bachelor
- Specialization in an Environmental System
  - Biogeochemistry (The following courses are highly recommended as preparation for the Specialization in Biogeochemistry: 701-0225-00L Organic Chemistry (Autumn semester) 752-0100-00L Biochemie (Autumn semester) 752-1300-00L Introduction to Toxicology (Spring semester) These courses should be successfully completed during the second year.)