Euro-training Center
 Fungi Taxonomy S2925 QR Code
Share   Like Download Brochure (PDF) Dates and locations

Fungi Taxonomy

Overview:

Introduction:

This advanced training program is designed for participants to deepen their understanding of fungi taxonomy through a theoretical exploration of classification systems, traditional methods, molecular approaches, and genetic mapping. It provides a comprehensive framework to understand the complexities of fungal taxonomy, equipping participants with advanced knowledge to support academic research and scientific inquiry.

Program Objectives:

By the end of this program, participants will be able to:

  • Analyze the principles and systems of fungi classification.

  • Understand the traditional approaches to fungi taxonomy.

  • Evaluate molecular techniques for identifying and classifying fungi.

  • Interpret genetic mapping data to support fungal taxonomy.

  • Integrate theoretical insights to advance scholarly research in fungal studies.

Target Audience:

  • PhD holders specializing in mycology.

  • Researchers in biological and environmental sciences.

  • Academics focusing on fungal diversity and taxonomy.

  • Professionals in microbial genetics and molecular biology.

  • Scientists involved in evolutionary studies of fungi.

Program Outline:

Unit 1:

Principles of Fungi Taxonomy:

  • Historical development of fungi taxonomy systems.

  • Overview of fungal classification hierarchy (Kingdom to species).

  • Key taxonomic characteristics used in fungal identification.

  • Challenges and advancements in modern taxonomy.

  • The role of fungi taxonomy in ecological and evolutionary studies.

Unit 2:

Traditional Methods in Fungi Classification:

  • Morphological characteristics in fungal taxonomy.

  • Techniques for observing spores, hyphae, and fruiting bodies.

  • Analyzing growth patterns and habitat specificity.

  • Limitations of traditional methods in contemporary research.

  • Case studies on historical fungal classifications.

Unit 3:

Molecular Approaches in Fungi Taxonomy:

  • Introduction to molecular taxonomy and its significance.

  • DNA barcoding and its role in fungal identification.

  • Application of polymerase chain reaction (PCR) techniques.

  • Next-generation sequencing (NGS) for fungal diversity studies.

  • Comparing molecular and traditional taxonomic methods.

Unit 4:

Genetic Mapping of Fungi:

  • The concept of genetic mapping and its relevance to taxonomy.

  • Techniques for constructing fungal genetic maps.

  • Interpreting genomic data in fungal classification.

  • Applications of genetic mapping in evolutionary studies.

  • Insights from recent research in fungal genetics.

Unit 5:

Integrative Perspectives in Fungi Taxonomy:

  • Synthesis of traditional and molecular taxonomic approaches.

  • The role of bioinformatics in fungal taxonomy.

  • Emerging trends and future directions in fungal taxonomy research.

  • Critical evaluation of theoretical frameworks in fungal studies.

Select training course venue