Conservation Biology
The ongoing loss of biological diversity is a major problem globally. The purpose of conservation biology is to understand the processes and to find ways of reducing this loss.
You will be given a broad introduction to the subject, anchored in practical work, with a focus on conservation ecology and conservation genetics. Understanding the processes that control the survival of populations is a key element, and you will gain knowledge in vulnerability analyses and the breeding of threatened animals.
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Course structure
Modules
Conservation at gene and population level, 7.5 credits
Conservation at species and ecosystem levels, 7.5 credits
Teaching format
The education consists of lectures, laboratory exercises, group exercises, project work, study visits and excursions. Participation in laboratory exercises, group exercises, project work, study visits, excursions and group education associated with this is compulsory.
Learning outcomes
A list of the learning outcomes can be found in the syllabus. Please find the link to the syllabus on the right side of this page.
Assessment
Measurement of knowledge takes place through witten and/or oral examination.
Examiner
Linda Laikre
E-mail: linda.laikre@popgen.su.seKarin Norén (Conservation at species and ecosystem level)
E-mail: karin.noren@zoologi.su.seChristopher West Wheat (Conservation at gene and population level)
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Schedule
The schedule will be available no later than one month before the start of the course. We do not recommend print-outs as changes can occur. At the start of the course, your department will advise where you can find your schedule during the course. -
Course literature
Note that the course literature can be changed up to two months before the start of the course.
Primack & Sher: An Introduction to Conservation Biology. 2019. ISBN9781605358970. The 2016 edition works fine too (ISBN: 9781605354736).
Frankham, Richard, Jonathan D. Ballou, Katherine Ralls, Mark Eldridge, Michele R. Dudash, Charles B. Fenster, Robert C. Lacy, and Paul Sunnucks. Genetic Management of Fragmented Animal and Plant Populations. Oxford University Press, 2017. Available online: https://doi.org/10.1093/oso/9780198783398.001.0001
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Course reports
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Contact
Student office- Visiting address
Arrheniuslaboratory, room E315
Svante Arrhenius väg 20C
- Office hours
Mon-Thur: 13.00-15.00
Study counsellor for basic level
- Visiting address
Arrheniuslaboratory, room E315d
Svante Arrhenius väg 20 C
- Office hours
By request
