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Seminar Current topics of neuroethology
Introduction to scientific working
Bioethics
Basics of zoology
Biology of the senses
Research internship sensory biology and cognition
Theses - Bachelor, State exam, Master
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Seminar Current topics of neuroethology
Introduction to scientific working
Marine mammal research and bioacoustics
Theses - Bachelor, State exam, Master
This module aims to provide a general introduction to the concepts of sensory biology, ranging from the evolution of the senses to the characteristics of individual sensory systems and sensory perception. By way of example, the sensory capabilities of individual model organisms will be discussed in their entirety during the lecture component and explored by the students during the practical sessions. The aim is to understand the senses as interfaces between the environment and the organism, and to explain how certain behaviours – such as orientation, navigation and foraging – are based on sensory information, in the context of the organism’s specific lifestyle and habitat.
Degree programme: Master’s in Integrative Zoology
Semester: Winter semester
Location: Institute of Biological Sciences
In this module, the fundamentals of sensory perception are explored across four lecture sessions. Students also gain an insight into the work of the institute through the seminar and practical sessions.
Degree programme: Master’s in Integrative Zoology
Semester: Winter semester
Venue: Institute of Biological Sciences, SR203
During the research placement, students will contribute to ongoing scientific projects and, in doing so, become familiar with the scientific background of the project as well as the preparation, execution and follow-up/analysis of the practical experiments.
Degree programme: Master’s in Integrative Zoology
Semester: Winter semester
Location: Marine Science Center, Hohe Düne
This module aims to cover the fundamentals of academic research, writing and presenting. Following individual consultations, participants will then, as part of the practical component, write an academic text themselves and prepare and deliver an academic presentation.
Degree programme: Bachelor’s in Life Sciences
Semester: Summer and winter semesters
Venue: Marine Science Center, Hohe Düne
Dates: by individual arrangement
This seminar features weekly lectures on current and emerging topics in neuroethology. Alongside the researchers from the Neuroethology Research Group, who are primarily responsible for organising the seminar, there are also regular guest speakers who enrich the seminar with fascinating topics.
Degree programme: open to all interested parties
Semester: summer and winter semesters
Venue: Marine Science Center, Hohe Düne
Dates: if you’d like to attend, please contact Frederike Hanke by email
PLEASE NOTE: The seminar starts on time. Please arrive in good time (at least 5 minutes beforehand). The gate is closed during the seminar; unfortunately, it is not possible to join late.
In this module, we cover the fundamentals of bioethics and facilitate discussions on current bioethical issues.
Degree programme: Bachelor’s in Life Sciences, Theology
Semester: Winter semester
Venue: Institute of Life Sciences, SR203
The scientific issues and methods of marine mammal research are explored both theoretically (lectures, accompanying seminar) and practically (practical sessions). Upon completion of the module, participants will have acquired a broad knowledge of marine mammal biology and will be able to assist in non-invasive behavioural experiments addressing questions relating to sensory and cognitive biology. Furthermore, the module provides both theoretical and practical insight into bioacoustics and its measurement techniques.
Degree programme: Master’s in Integrative Zoology
Semester: Summer semester
Venue: Marine Science Center, Hohe Düne
