Microbial Ecology Course
This course equips you to excel in river microbial ecology, covering everything from fieldwork sampling through sequencing, data crunching, to sharp reporting. Build solid study designs, connect microbial communities to ecosystem roles like nutrient cycling and pollution effects, and transform intricate data into practical insights for biology and environmental science careers. Ideal for researchers aiming to publish impactful work on freshwater microbes.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
Gain hands-on skills to plan and carry out microbial studies along rivers from source to mouth. Master effective sampling methods, laboratory processes for sequencing and assays, and measurement of vital environmental factors. Analyse data using cutting-edge bioinformatics and stats, understand ecological trends, and present findings effectively in reports, publications, and talks.
Elevify advantages
Develop skills
- Design efficient river sampling to capture microbes without contamination swiftly.
- Execute full DNA profiling workflows from field samples to processed ASV datasets.
- Perform statistical analysis on microbial diversity, patterns, and important species.
- Connect microbial roles to water nutrients, contaminants, and overall quality.
- Create professional visuals, tables, and narratives ready for scientific publication.
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