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Modelling course in population and evolutionary biology
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Abstract
This course provides a "hands-on" introduction into mathematical/computational modelling of biological processes with particular emphasis on evolutionary and population-biological questions. The models are developed using the Open Source software R.
Objective
The aim of this course is to provide a practical introduction into the modelling of fundamental biological questions. The participants will receive guidance to develop mathematical/computational models in small teams. The participants chose two modules with different levels of difficulty from a list of projects. The participant shall get a sense of the utility of modelling as a tool to investigate biological problems. The simpler modules are based mostly on examples from the lecture ""Ecology and evolution: populations" (Lecture nr: 701-1415-00 V (D-UWIS) or 551-0303-00L (D-BIOL)). The advanced modules address topical research questions. Although being based on evolutionary and population biological methods and concepts, these modules also address topics from other areas of biology.
Content
see www.tb.ethz.ch/education
Resources
Lecture Notes
For participants of the course that have not attended the lecture "Ecology and evolution: populations" (Lecture nr: 701-1415-00 V (D-UWIS) or 551-0303-00L (D-BIOL)) as preparatory script can be obtained upon request.
General Information
- Language
- English
- Levels
- BSC , MSC
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- graded semester performance
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
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| practical/laboratory course |
Modelling course in population and evolutionary biology
Block course Tuesday afternoon to Friday, beginning 13 April ending 4 Mai 2007
D-UWIS students with special time table
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No time listed | 6 h weekly |
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Block Courses in 2. Quarter of the Semester ((From Fri. 13.04.07, 08.00 hr to Fri. 04.05.07, 17.00 hr))
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