Plant Developmental Genetics II

What it is about

You will learn the genetic and molecular foundations of central developmental processes in plants. Thematic focus areas are seed germination and seedling development in light and darkness, day rhythm and flowering time control, processes of flower formation, gametophyte and fertilization mechanisms, and parental control of embryonal and seed development. In the end you will be able to describe the genetic control of these processes, explain related experimental approaches, and assess their relevance for horticulture and plant breeding.

What you will be able to do

• Fundamental theoretical understanding of plant developmental processes
• Knowledge of genetic and molecular control mechanisms
• Classification of processes within plant tissues and organs
• Assessment of the importance for horticulture and plant breeding
• Ability to critically analyze current original literature

What the module consists of

• Vorlesung (2 SWS)Conveys theoretical background and concepts
• Seminar (2 SWS)Processing and presentation of original literature in individual or group work; application and critical analysis of concepts

Teaching method

• VorlesungExplanation of theoretical foundations and conceptual relationships
• Seminar mit Literaturarbeit und PräsentationenPromotes understanding of original scientific works and critical evaluation