Plant stress biology surveillance and experimental design
About the course
The course is relevant for the Master program of "Molecular environmental biology". The course is highly relevant for the plant biology students for gaining the knowledge on the newest methods of using imaging methods for following plant growth, biomass production, stress reactions and changes in morphology and the related data handling.
Course is limited to 8 master students (possibly more if there are fewer PhD students). Minimum number of students: 6
The lectures will provide background information on biological imaging, examples of practical research cases, and the basics of the handling of the image data. The practical course will contain setting up the experiment, imaging of stress treated plants and exercising on the handling of the research data.
The students will learn the basics of the plant phenotyping and biological imaging.
Admission requirements
Local admission, application code 9371 - Master's level singular course.
Admission requires a Bachelor`s degree (180 ECTS) or equivalent qualification, with a major in biology of minimum 80 ECTS.
Objectives of the course
Knowledge:
- has overview of currently available plant phenotyping methods
- understands the theoretical principles of the biological imaging and plant phenotyping
- knows the advantages and disadvantages of different plant phenotyping methods
Skills:
- can operate advanced imaging instruments, such as Planteye 3D scanner and hyperspectral cameras, for investigations of plant stress responses
- can utilize data handling software for the biological images and report imaging results
- have skills and experience to work collaboratively and take feedback
General competence:
- generate and analyze plant phenotyping data
- understand the possibilities of different plant phenotyping methods in plant stress biology
Credit reduction
If you pass the examination in this course, you will get an reduction in credits (as stated below), if you previously have passed the following courses:
- BIO-8033 Plant stress biology surveillance and experimental design 3 ects
Teaching methods
Language of instruction and examination
EnglishSchedule
The schedules are normally finalized and published well in advance of the start of the semester, often a few weeks beforehand. This gives students the opportunity to organize their studies and prepare for upcoming activities.
It is recommended to check the schedule regularly, as changes may occur.
Information to incoming exchange students
This course is open to incoming exchange students.
Study Level: Master's
This course has admission prerequisites, which are listed under the Admission requirements section. Please review this information carefully before adding the course to your Learning Agreement.
For details on how to apply for exchange, course selection guidelines, or to contact the Incoming Admissions Team, please visit: Admissions for Student Exchange.
Examination
| Assignment | Hand in: 08.12.2026 14:00 |
Grade: Passed / Not Passed |
To take an examination, the student must have passed the following coursework requirements
| Participate in all lectures | Grade: Approved – not approved |
| Participate in hands-on training | Grade: Approved – not approved |
| Seminar presentation | Grade: Approved – not approved |
| Attend all seminar presentations | Grade: Approved – not approved |
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