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Lecturer(s)
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Sedlářová Michaela, doc. RNDr. Ph.D.
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Course content
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The importance of microorganisms in the evolution of life on Earth Methods of studying microorganisms, cultivation, biochemical, imaging methods, microbial phylogenetics Nutrition and metabolism of microorganisms (fermentation, respiration, photosynthesis) Environmental factors and microorganisms (significant physical and chemical environmental factors affecting the life/growth of microorganisms) Microorganisms in various types of environments (air, water, soil) The importance of microorganisms in the ecosystem (mutual interactions of microorganisms, microbial biofilms, relationships between microorganisms and plants, relationships between microorganisms and animals) The importance of microorganisms in the biogeochemical cycle of carbon, nitrogen, sulfur and iron Microorganisms and humans (anthropogenic activity and its impact on microorganisms, interactions of microorganisms with humans - hygienic importance of microorganisms, WWTP, biodegradation, pest control) Exercise: current methods of microorganisms detection and research.
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Learning activities and teaching methods
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Demonstration, Projection (static, dynamic), Training in job and motor Skils, Laboratory Work
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Learning outcomes
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To introduce students to the field of microbiology with an emphasis on ecology
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Prerequisites
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Knowledge of the prokaryotic and eukaryotic system
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Assessment methods and criteria
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Oral exam, Written exam, Student performance
100% participation in practicals, protocols, written credit test, combined exam (written + oral part)
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Recommended literature
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Rulík M, Buriánková I, Brablcová L. (2015). Vybrané kapitoly z molekulární ekologie mikroorganizmů. Olomouc.
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Tlaskalová-Hogenová, H., Enklová, D. (2024). Mikrobiom a zdraví. Praha.
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