Master Level Computational Biology
During the course, the emphasis will be on composing and analysing exact computational models based on specific biological hypotheses. These models are used to gain insight into the dynamics of biological systems across various fields. Topics include multi-level evolution, such as pre-biotic evolution, eco-evolutionary dynamics, spatial pattern formation, and genome evolution—for instance, the interaction between
Fundamentals of Genetics
the Genetic and Molecular Biological Approach to Biology; single-gene inheritance; independent assortment of genes; mapping eukaryote chromosomes by recombination; gene interaction; transcription, processing and translation of RNA in Eukaryotes; regulation of eukaryotic gene expression; genomes and genomics; large-scale chromosomal changes; gene isolation and manipulation; population genetics; inheritance of complex traits.
Bioinformatics and Dynamic Modelling
This course introduces students to the research fields of bioinformatics and biological modeling. Central themes are the use of data to extract underlying patterns on function and evolution, and the use of models to test hypotheses and make predictions for biological systems. Introduction: Biological processes are notoriously complex, and studying their dynamics through modeling and
Philosophy of A.I. (UU)
This course will make students familiar with fundamental issues in the philosophy of AI, and will introduce them to several current discussions in the field. Students will practice their argumentation and presentation skills, both in class discussions and in writing. The course is split up in three parts. The first part is a quick overview
Soil-Plant Relations
Plant roots absorb water and nutrients from the root medium. The bio-availability of these growth factors is determined by a variety of biological, physical and chemical processes and properties. The plant itself affects these processes and soil properties in its rhizosphere. The interactions between the plant and its root environment represent the core of theory
Moleculaire Celbiologie en Genetica
In deze inleidende cursus biologie worden de algemene principes behandeld die ten grondslag liggen aan het leven op aarde. Alle biologische organismen zijn opgebouwd uit cellen. Cellen zijn de kleinste functionele eenheid van leven en hun eigenschappen worden bepaald door fysische en chemische wetmatigheden. Tussen cellen en de omgeving bestaat een wisselwerking. Cellen nemen signalen