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11989-01 - Lecture: Biology of the Algae (1 CP)
| Semester | fall semester 2026 |
| Course frequency | Every fall sem. |
| Lecturers | Haroun Frick (haroun.frick@unibas.ch, Assessor) |
| Content | In many classic textbooks of botany, algae are considered as «lower plants» and get little attention. However, not only did they evolve some of the most extraordinary and beautiful forms of life, such as Volvox globator. As primary producers, they are the basis of all the biodiversity seen in the oceans, from krill to whales, and they may contribute more than 50% to global photosynthesis - a central issue in the current debate on global change. This lecture provides an overview on the diversity of algae, including their life cycles, and summarizes their role in marine and fresh water ecology, biogeochemistry and environmental sciences. Program: Introduction Algal biodiversity I Algal biodiversity II Algal biodiversity III Algal biodiversity IV Algal biodiversity V Optional lecture |
| Comments | Sprache: Präferenziell Deutsch, Skript in Englisch |
| Weblink | https://adam.unibas.ch |
| Language of instruction | German |
| Use of digital media | No specific media used |
| Course auditors welcome |
| Interval | Weekday | Time | Room |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14-täglich | Monday | 14.15-16.00 | Botanik, Hörsaal 00.003 |
Dates
| Date | Time | Room |
|---|---|---|
| Monday 14.09.2026 | 14.15-16.00 | Botanik, Hörsaal 00.003 |
| Monday 28.09.2026 | 14.15-16.00 | Botanik, Hörsaal 00.003 |
| Monday 12.10.2026 | 14.15-16.00 | Botanik, Hörsaal 00.003 |
| Monday 26.10.2026 | 14.15-16.00 | Botanik, Hörsaal 00.003 |
| Monday 09.11.2026 | 14.15-16.00 | Botanik, Hörsaal 00.003 |
| Monday 23.11.2026 | 14.15-16.00 | Botanik, Hörsaal 00.003 |
| Monday 07.12.2026 | 14.15-15.15 | Botanik, Hörsaal 00.003 |
| Modules |
Courses: Master's Studies Ecology (Master's Studies: Ecology (Start of studies before 01.08.2025)) Courses: Master's Studies Plant Science (Master's Studies: Plant Science (Start of studies before 01.08.2025)) Electives Bachelor Biology: Recommendations (Bachelor's Studies: Biology) Module: Courses for Master's Studies in Ecology (Master's Studies: Ecology) Module: Courses for Master's Studies in Plant Science (Master's Studies: Plant Science) |
| Assessment format | continuous assessment |
| Assessment details | Written exam, 60 minutes 7 December 2026, 14:15 h, Botanik, Schönbeinstrasse 6, Hörsaal 00.003 |
| Assessment registration/deregistration | Reg.: course registration, dereg: cancel course registration |
| Repeat examination | no repeat examination |
| Scale | 1-6 0,5 |
| Repeated registration | as often as necessary |
| Responsible faculty | Faculty of Science, studiendekanat-philnat@unibas.ch |
| Offered by | Integrative Biologie |