Microbial Ecology in the Mountains

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Microbial ecology is the study of microbes in the environment, their roles in ecosystem processes, and their interactions with one another and other biota. In this course, the Mountain Research Station becomes our outdoor laboratory as we explore microbial habitats, quantify microbial contributions to key ecosystem processes, and discuss emerging tools for microbial research. We will practice field techniques that students do not typically encounter in lab-based microbiology courses while also developing common microbiology techniques. This course is intended for anyone curious about ecology and microorganisms with an interest in building both field and laboratory skills.


±õ²Ô²õ³Ù°ù³Ü³¦³Ù´Ç°ù:ÌýDr. Sierra Jech (sierra.jech@nau.edu), Northern Arizona University
Location: Mountain Research Station (Nederland, CO) and surrounding areas
Dates & Times: July 7th - July 24th,ÌýÌýMon - Thurs, 8am-5pmÌý
Credit: 3 credit hours in biology (EBIO 4100)
Tuition: Will be posted soonÌý(Includes room in a 2-person rustic cabin and all meals at the Mountain Research Station on days when class is in session)

Prerequisite: One year course work in general biology.

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