Insect Chemical Ecology
25 March - 04 June 2010, SLU, Alnarp, SwedenIntroduction
The main objective of the course is to give the students a broad knowledge of chemical ecology. Focus will be on:
- The impact of chemical stimuli on insect behaviour
- Function of smell and taste in insects
- Evolutionary aspects
- Behaviorally active chemicals and chemical analyses
- The use of behaviorally active compounds in plant protection
The students should also become familiar with the techniques and methods used and an overview of the main research topics within chemical ecology.
Participants
The course is for Master students and PhD students (who want to get an overview of the subject).
Credits
15 ECTS
Information
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Contact
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