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Biological Warfare Agents - A Dark Side of MicrobiologyNo ratings for this module yet.Specializing in MicrobiologyYou will gain foundational knowledge about dangerous infectious diseases, their misuse potential and the risks of dual-use research. You will learn biology, routes of transmission and pathomechanisms of highly dangerous pathogens as well as the basics of medical defense, microbiological outbreak investigation and bioforensic methods. At the end you will be able to recognize risks, name basic procedures for prevention, detection and containment and apply what you have learned to case studies.3 ECTSruns this semesterLS20032Bodenmikrobiologie 1No ratings for this module yet.Specializing in MicrobiologyYou learn about the diversity, functions and ecological roles of soil micro-organisms as well as the importance of mycorrhizae. In the end you will be able to describe connections between microbial activities and global biogeochemical cycles and assess the function of mycorrhizae for plants.5 ECTSruns this semesterWZ2559Microbial Processes in the Earth SystemNo ratings for this module yet.Specializing in MicrobiologyYou will explore the diversity of microbial processes in aquatic, terrestrial, and host-associated habitats and how these processes shape carbon, nitrogen, sulfur, and iron cycles as well as host–microbiome interactions. By the end, you will be able to assess microbially mediated ecosystem services and place their importance in Global Change and One Health.5 ECTSruns this semesterLS20068Moderne Methoden der mikrobiellen ÖkologieNo ratings for this module yet.Specializing in MicrobiologyYou will learn modern methods of microbial ecology and how to apply them. The module introduces molecular techniques (e.g., PCR, high-throughput sequencing), stable isotope approaches, as well as classical analyses such as biomass measurements and enzyme activity determinations. In the end you will be able to select appropriate methods for specific questions, assess their advantages and disadvantages, and practically apply many of the techniques.10 ECTSruns this semesterWZ2556Origin and Early Evolution of LifeNo ratings for this module yet.Specializing in MicrobiologyYou will become familiar with hypotheses and findings on the origin and early evolution of life on Earth. In the end you will be able to evaluate the most important geochemical, paleontological and biological evidence and classify the role of microbial metabolic processes for the development of the biosphere and the origin of plants and animals.5 ECTSruns this semesterLS20061
17 more in Specializing and Interdisciplinary QualificationParasite ImmunologyNo ratings for this module yet.Specializing in MicrobiologyYou learn the fundamentals of parasitology and immunological defence against protozoa and helminths. The module conveys immune invasion strategies of parasites, clinical aspects and immunology-based intervention and prophylaxis concepts, so that you can assess the interactions between parasites, host immunity and the microbiome at the end.5 ECTSruns this semesterLS20035Proseminar Mikrobielle WirkstoffeNo ratings for this module yet.Specializing in MicrobiologyYou deal with current topics on production and mode of action of microbial agents such as toxins, bacteriocins, antibiotics, as well as virulence factors and mechanisms of bacterial pathogens. In the end you can independently prepare, present and professionally discuss scientific content on these topics.2 ECTSruns this semesterWZ2539Spezielle MikrobiologieNo ratings for this module yet.Specializing in MicrobiologyYou will gain a comprehensive insight into specific metabolic pathways of microorganisms as well as into molecular genetic mechanisms in bacteria and archaea. In the end you will be able to explain different metabolic strategies, assess their consequences for energetics and product formation, and classify molecular processes such as mutation, gene transfer, and regulation of gene expression.6 ECTSruns this semesterWZ2625Angewandte MikrobiologieNo ratings for this module yet.Specializing in MicrobiologyYou will gain in-depth knowledge of the metabolism of microorganisms, in particular prokaryotic organisms, and learn how they can be used for biotechnological processes. By the end, you will understand central metabolic pathways, relevant biosyntheses and degradation processes as well as approaches to optimize microorganisms for improved production processes.5 ECTSno date this semesterWZ2626Diagnostics of High Consequence Pathogens in Deployable LaboratoriesNo ratings for this module yet.Specializing in MicrobiologyYou learn how diagnostics of highly dangerous pathogens are conducted in mobile field laboratories. The module combines lectures, seminars, and practical exercises so that you can safely inactivate samples, perform RT‑PCR tests, and interpret results in a clinical context at the end.3 ECTSno date this semesterWZ2764Forschungspraktikum Infektionserreger und BiotoxineNo ratings for this module yet.Specializing in MicrobiologyYou work in research projects of the Institute of Microbiology of the Bundeswehr on detection and protection methods against dangerous pathogens and biotoxins. In the end you will master safety-relevant microbiological and molecular genetic methods (e.g. cloning, qPCR/ddPCR, sequencing) and be able to document, evaluate and academically classify results.10 ECTSno date this semesterLS20067Forschungspraktikum Mikrobiome und Mikrobielle UmweltprozesseNo ratings for this module yet.Specializing in MicrobiologyYou work six weeks on current research projects of the Chair of Microbial Physiology. You will learn to analyze microbiomes and microbially catalyzed environmental processes, to molecularly characterize microorganisms, and to measure their metabolic activities. In the end you will be able to work independently in the lab, evaluate lab data, and present your results in writing and in a short presentation.10 ECTSno date this semesterLS20066Forschungspraktikum Molekulare BodenmikrobiologieNo ratings for this module yet.Specializing in MicrobiologyYou work independently on a current research topic from the Department of Comparative Microbiome Analytics (Helmholtz Zentrum München). You apply established methods of molecular soil microbiology, evaluate the generated datasets, and interpret the results ecologically.10 ECTSno date this semesterWZ2558Forschungspraktikum Molekulare PilzgenetikNo ratings for this module yet.Specializing in MicrobiologyYou work in a six-week, full-time lab internship on current research projects of the chair on molecular fungal genetics. You acquire practical skills in molecular biology, gene regulation and physiology of filamentous fungi and at the end you can plan, perform and document experimental work independently.10 ECTSno date this semesterWZ1817Forschungspraktikum Pathogene BakterienNo ratings for this module yet.Specializing in MicrobiologyYou work on current microbiological research projects on molecular genetics and ecology questions concerning pathogenic bacteria in the Core Facility Microbiome at ZIEL – Institute for Food & Health. You conduct classic molecular-biological and modern sequencing methods and learn to analyze results and present them scientifically.10 ECTSno date this semesterWZ2376Forschungspraktikum Wirts-Parasit-Interaktion und Immunbiologie Parasitärer InfektionenNo ratings for this module yet.Specializing in MicrobiologyYou work practically in ongoing research projects on the interaction of parasites and host immunity. In the end you will be able to translate experimental questions into experimental plans, conduct laboratory experiments in a methodologically correct way, document results, and critically evaluate experimental data.10 ECTSno date this semesterLS20036Forschungspraktikum: PhagenbiologieNo ratings for this module yet.Specializing in MicrobiologyYou independently conduct experiments to isolate and characterize bacteriophages and analyze the interactions between phages and bacteria both in vitro and in vivo. In the end you will have deep knowledge in microbiology and phage biology as well as in experimental design and the presentation of results.10 ECTSno date this semesterLS20047Pilzgenetische ÜbungNo ratings for this module yet.Specializing in MicrobiologyYou work in groups on theoretical and practical tasks related to the biology of filamentous fungi. In the end you master basic molecular biological, genetic, physiological and biochemical methods on fungal model organisms and can plan, carry out, evaluate and document experimental questions.5 ECTSno date this semesterWZ1818Research Project on Beneficial Properties of the Early Life MicrobiotaNo ratings for this module yet.Specializing in MicrobiologyYou work practically in a research project on early gut microbiota and learn how certain commensal microbes, in particular Escherichia coli, can influence mucosal immunity. In the end you will independently plan hypothesis-driven experiments, perform them in the lab, and present your results in writing and orally in a scientific manner.10 ECTSno date this semesterWZ0407Research Project on Mechanisms of Microbiota-Pathogen interactionNo ratings for this module yet.Specializing in MicrobiologyYou work in a practice-oriented research laboratory on microbiota–pathogen interactions, combining laboratory work (wet lab) with data analysis (dry lab). In the end you will be able to independently plan, conduct in the lab, and present the results in writing and orally for a hypothesis-driven research project.10 ECTSno date this semesterLS20054Research Project on Microbiota-Associated PathobiontsNo ratings for this module yet.Specializing in MicrobiologyYou work practically in a microbiome research laboratory on a subproject that investigates how certain microorganisms of the microbiome can cause diseases under specific conditions (pathobionts, e.g. adherent-invasive Escherichia coli). In the end you will be able to apply laboratory methods, analyze data and independently work on research-based questions.10 ECTSno date this semesterWZ0408Research Project on Phages in the Gut MicrobiomeNo ratings for this module yet.Specializing in MicrobiologyYou conduct an independent research project in a microbiome and microbiology laboratory that combines laboratory practicals and computer-based work. In the end you can formulate a hypothesis, perform experiments, and present the results in written and oral form.10 ECTSno date this semesterLS20055
8 more modules match, but they are taught in German. Show themEinführung in die Biologie und Diagnostik pathogener BakterienNo ratings for this module yet.Specializing in MicrobiologyDu lernst die Grundlagen der Biologie humanpathogener Bakterien sowie ihre Diagnostik kennen. Das Modul behandelt Pathogenität, Virulenz, Wirtsabwehr und bakterielle Abwehrstrategien sowie taxonomische Einordnung und diagnostische Verfahren. Am Ende kannst du Wechselwirkungen zwischen Erreger und Wirt beschreiben und diagnostische Methoden einordnen.3 ECTSno date this semesterWZ2048Einführung in die MykologieNo ratings for this module yet.Specializing in MicrobiologyDu erhältst eine Einführung in Pilze (Schimmelpilze, Hefen) mit Grundlagen zu Systematik und Morphologie sowie praktischen Methoden zur Identifikation, Differenzierung und weitergehenden Untersuchung pilzlicher Mikroorganismen. Am Ende kannst du wichtige mykologische Basisversuche verstehen, sterile Arbeitstechniken anwenden und mikroskopisch sowie phänotypisch Pilze bestimmen.5 ECTSno date this semesterWZ2450Einführung in die MykopathologieNo ratings for this module yet.Specializing in MicrobiologyDu erhältst einen Überblick über Erkrankungen durch Pilze (Filamentöse Pilze und Hefen), deren molekulare Pathogenitätsfaktoren sowie Mykotoxine und Allergene. Zudem lernst Du Wirkmechanismen von Antimykotika, Resistenzmechanismen sowie material- und lebensmittelzersetzende Prozesse durch Schimmelpilze kennen und entwickelst ein Verständnis für chemische Maßnahmen gegen Pilze.3 ECTSruns this semesterWZ2451Evolution von KrankheitserregernNo ratings for this module yet.Specializing in MicrobiologyDu lernst die Grundlagen der Evolutionsbiologie mit Schwerpunkt auf Krankheitserregern: Entstehung von Variabilität, Fixierung von Allelen, bakterielle Genome und Populationsstrukturen sowie die Evolution von Antibiotikaresistenzen. Am Ende kannst Du diese Konzepte auf molekularbiologische und epidemiologische Daten anwenden und Evolutionshypothesen für Pathogene formulieren und kritisch diskutieren.5 ECTSruns this semesterWZ2375Forschungspraktikum BodenmikrobiologieNo ratings for this module yet.Specializing in MicrobiologyDu arbeitest in aktuellen Forschungsprojekten der Bodenmikrobiologie und wendest dabei moderne molekularbiologische und biochemische Methoden an. Am Ende kannst du mikrobiellen Gemeinschaften mittels DNA-/RNA-Analysen, Proteomik, Metabolitanalysen und evtl. stabiler Isotopenanalysen charakterisieren sowie die gewonnenen Daten statistisch auswerten und wissenschaftlich berichten.10 ECTSno date this semesterWZ2557Mikrobielle Toxine in der NahrungNo ratings for this module yet.Specializing in MicrobiologyDu lernst toxikologische und analytische Grundlagen zu mikrobielen Toxinen in der Nahrung. Das Modul stellt relevante Bakterien-, Pilz- und Algentoxine sowie ihre Ökologie, biochemischen und pathophysiologischen Wirkungen vor. Du lernst Vorkommen in der Nahrungskette (Carry-over), Prophylaxemaßnahmen und gesetzliche Reglementierungen kennen und kannst am Ende toxikologische Probleme mikrobieller Herkunft analysieren und bewerten.5 ECTSruns this semesterWZ2402Mikrobielle Vielfalt und EntwicklungNo ratings for this module yet.Specializing in MicrobiologyDu lernst die phylogenetische und metabolische Vielfalt von Mikroorganismen kennen und vertiefst ihr Verständnis für deren Bedeutung in Umwelt, Mensch und Biotechnologie. Du erhältst Kenntnisse zu Zell-Zell-Kommunikation, Zelldifferenzierung, Systematik, Anpassung an Habitate, Rolle in Habitaten und globalen Stoffkreisläufen sowie zu ausgewählten technischen Anwendungen. Am Ende kannst du diese Themen auf konkrete Fragestellungen anwenden und komplexe mikrobiologische Zusammenhänge erklären.5 ECTSno date this semesterWZ2449Moderne Methoden mikrobiologischer DiagnostikNo ratings for this module yet.Specializing in MicrobiologyIm Modul lernst Du moderne Verfahren zur Identifizierung und Differenzierung von Pilzen kennen. Du bekommst einen Überblick über klassische kulturelle Techniken, molekularbiologische, physikalisch-chemische und immunologische Methoden sowie deren Anwendungsmöglichkeiten und Grenzen in der Praxis.3 ECTSno date this semesterWZ2452