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551-1119-00L 6 Credits BSC D-CHAB , D-BIOL
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Microbial Community Genomics

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. Dr. Shinichi Sunagawa
Number of participants limited to 10. Prerequisites: Participants should bring their own laptop computer. Basic knowledge in [R], Python and/or UNIX is required. The enrolment is done by the D-BIOL study administration.
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Last Updated: 2026-02-05 16:30:52

Abstract

We provide training in the use of computational methods to address molecular, genetic, ecological and/or evolutionary questions by analyzing DNA sequencing data from microbial communities. The course includes lectures, tutorials, and the development of a research project at the intersection between microbiology and bioinformatics.

Objective

Students will learn concepts and methods for analyzing complex 'omics' datasets and applying them in individual projects. To facilitate learning, the course includes lectures on functional genomics, metagenomics and microbiology, along with practical sessions on scientific programming to analyze and visualize biological data. Additionally, students will learn how to plan, execute, report on, and present a scientific project.

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General Information

Language
English
Levels
BSC
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
graded semester performance
Assessment by evaluation of each student's written report and oral presentation of the project.Students are obliged to be present throughout the block course.Cancellation: If you have to deregister from a course that has been assigned to you (just emergency reasons), please notify in written the course coordinator at least four weeks before the course starts, for courses in the 1st quarter, a cancellation period of one week applies. The study secretariat D-BIOL must also be informed (email CC [email protected]) so that the enrollment is deleted. Otherwise the course is considered as "failed".

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
practical/laboratory course Microbial Community Genomics
Permission from lecturers required for all students. Block course in the 3rd quarter of the autumn semester
  • Tue 12:45-16:30 (HCI F 441)
  • Wed 08:45-17:30 (HCI F 441)
  • Thu 08:45-17:30 (HCI F 441)
  • Fri 08:45-17:30 (HCI F 441)
100 h semesterly

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