Ancient DNA and Evolution

The course will provide participants with a general introduction to the study of evolution and paleoenvironmental reconstruction using ancient DNA and other biomolecules.
Level
Bachelor
Start date
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Duration
9 weeks
ECTS
7.5
Price
DKK 6,375

Course description

Content

In a series of interactive lectures and practicals, we will cover diverse topics including basics in evolutionary biology, palaeoenvironmental reconstruction, demographic inferences from genetic data, and the spread and evolution of domesticated plants and animals. In addition, the course will include a 3-week wet-lab practical introducing basic molecular techniques. The GLOBE Institute at KU is a leader in this field, and the course will showcase some of the ground-breaking research currently being carried out at the institution.

Recommended academic qualifications

There are no recommended academic qualifications.

Place

  • The University of Copenhagen
  • Globe Institute

Contact

SCIENCE Student Services

Call (+45) 35 33 35 33 from 9.00-12:30 (closed Wednesdays)

Write to studentservices@science.ku.dk