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Biology and Ecology of Fungi in Forests
Biologie und Ökologie der Pilze im Wald
Last Updated: 2026-06-03 00:07:29
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
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
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| practical/laboratory course |
Biologie und Ökologie der Pilze im Wald
Permission from lecturers required for all students.
Blockkurs im 2. Viertel des Herbstsemesters
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No time listed | 100 h semesterly |
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Block Courses (Registration for Block courses is mandatory. Please register under . Registration period: from 20.07.2026 – 07.08.2026 Please note the ETH admission criteria for the admission of ETH students to ETH block courses on the block course registration website under "allocation".)
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Block Courses in the 2nd Quarter of the Semester (8.10.2026 08:00 - 30.10.2026 17:00)
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