ECTS - University of Pisa
The students will be able to demonstrate a solid knowledge of the techniques and approaches used to address questions related to molecular plant physiology and biotechnology. They will be able to identify essential aspects of original articles and scientific reviews, analyze them critically and infer the necessary information to tackle specific topics of interest. Moreover, the students will acquire the ability to define research projects to experimentally validate hypothesis and correctly interprete results to draft coherent conclusions.
The student will be assessed on his/her demonstrated ability to discuss the main course contents using the appropriate terminology. During the oral exam the student must be able to demonstrate his/her knowledge of the course material
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Further information:
No specific kinds of evaluation or aspects of the evaluation/examination about which the student should be informed
Delivery: face to face
Learning activities:
Attendance: Not mandatory
Teaching methods:
The aim of the course is to supply the fondamental elements of plant physiology. The course focuses on the physiology of photosynthesis, respiration. The course also approaches the main issues related to morphogenesis and cell differentiation and particular emphasis will be used for the mechanisms involved in the flowering. Lastly mineral nutrition and plant hormones will be presented and discussed.
Taiz L., Zeiger E., Plant Physiology, Fifth Edition, Sinauer Associate Inc. Slides of the course are moreover avalaible on line.
