Machine Learning (WUR)
Machine Learning deals with algorithms that predict certain outputs (such as crop yields or traits) given previously unseen input data from cameras, other sensors, maps, molecular measurements etc. These algorithms learn how to do so using training data (sets of input examples, usually with corresponding outputs). Machine learning plays an increasingly important role in many
Microbial Genomics
Microbes (bacteria, archaea and microbial eukaryotes, including fungi) are key members of our biosphere and are highly relevant for human life as mutualists and pathogens and as crucial drivers of nutrient cycling, agriculture, and many other aspects of our daily lives. The genomes of microbes provide a wealth of information on the processes and mechanisms
Machine Learning (TU Delft)
The goal of the course is to acquaint students with the basic Machine Learning concepts and algorithms. Specifically, the course will cover parametric and non-parametric density estimation, linear and non-linear classification, unsupervised learning including clustering and dimensionality reduction, performance evaluation of predictive algorithms and ethical issues in machine learning.
Intro to ML, data science and information systems, but also management, leadership and transitions
Life-long learning: Various short modules offered partly in-person and partly online (multiple meetings)
Advanced Crop Physiology
Understanding crop physiology is of utmost importance for adapting agriculture to the challenges associated to climate change and environmental degradation. While molecular biology has made impressive strides in elucidating the regulation of processes in plants, the challenge remains to understand what this means for processes in real crops as this is the level at which
Advanced Bioinformatics (UU)
In de cursus wordt aandacht besteed aan het begrijpen van en werken met grote hoeveelheden gegevens zoals de laatste jaren in veel genetisch en moleculair onderzoek worden verkregen. Deze technologische ontwikkelingen vereisen nieuwe vaardigheden en concepten om life science onderzoek te kunnen begrijpen en uitvoeren. In het eerste deel van de cursus wordt een veel
Future-Proof Crop Innovation
Life-long learning: 15 modules on topics like Crispr CAS, biotechnology, breeding/biomarkers. Some short, some summer schools
New Trends in Plant Breeding
This course aims at sparking interest in a wide array of topics, which can be useful for a career in plant breeding industry or in science. Subjects treated are at a higher integration level, not only taking into account plant breeding aspects, but regarding all aspects involved, such as environmental issues, products and chain issues,
Advanced Cellular Imaging Techniques
Advanced light microscopy and reporter gene techniques are indispensable for mechanistic studies on the functioning and organization of cells. New microscopy technologies and digital imaging allow us to study dynamic processes at shorter time scales and with higher spatial resolution in living cells. In this practical course the principles and cell biological application of different
Biotechnology
This course is an introduction in Biotechnology. It will give an overview of different fields in biotechnology (molecular techniques, bacterial biotechnology, fungal biotechnology, plant biotechnology, industrial biotechnology, medical biotechnology, animal biotechnology) with special emphasis on new developments. In addition, other aspects related to biotechnology, such as intellectual property rights, ethical concerns and the marketability of