From 25 to 27 November, 2025
Introduction to Environmental DNA and Metabarcoding of Eukaryotic Communities
This course provides a general introduction to molecular methods for biodiversity analysis using DNA extracted from environmental samples, metabarcoding analysis procedures (laboratory and sequencing strategies), and bioinformatic methods for data processing and taxonomic assignment with reference databases. It emphasises hands-on problem-solving and practical application, using examples based on real datasets. This is an introductory course, suitable for participants without prior experience in metabarcoding.
Target audience: Technical staff, undergraduate students, researchers, and faculty members interested in applying molecular tools to biodiversity studies. Basic knowledge of programming and data handling will be valued.
Requirements: Applicants must submit a motivation letter outlining their reasons for attending and their academic/professional link to the topic.
tEACHERS
Owen S. Wangensteen (Universidad de Barcelona)
Adrià Antich (Centre d’Estudis Avançats de Blanes, CEAB-CSIC)
WHEN & WHERE
25/11/2025 to 27/11/2025
25–26/11: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
27/11: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
ParcBit, Complex I+D building
Free with prior registration
(Link available soon via FUEIB portal)