ADVANCED COURSE:
Conservation Genetics: Fundaments and Applications
Conservation Genetics: Fundaments and Applications is a comprehensive 5-day workshop designed for postgraduate students to provide advanced understanding of genetic diversity in natural populations and its critical role in conservation of threatened species and populations.
Dates: April 13 – 17, 2026
Location: Mértola, Portugal
This intensive course will feature expert-led lectures and practical group work, promoting informal discussions, on a range of topics including:
- Genetic Variation & Conservation: Understand the importance of genetic diversity and explore cutting-edge molecular techniques for genetic monitoring.
- Fundaments of Population Genetics: Understand concepts such asHardy-Weinberg proportions, effective population size, inbreeding depression, genetic drift, selection.
- Molecular Methods in Conservation: Learn about application of high-throughput sequencing methods in conservation, and methods for genetic monitoring using non-invasive sampling.
- Anthropogenic Hybridization and Genetic Rescue. Methods for detecting anthropogenichybridization, case studies, and use of genomics in conservation of highly threatened species.
Pre-requisites: Participants are expected to have completed an introductory genetics course or possess equivalent background knowledge.
The course is organized by Dr. Soraia Barbosa and Prof. Paulo C. Alves, with invited guests:
· Prof. Matthew P. Hare (Cornell University)
· Prof. Jeremy Searle (Cornell University)
The course will also feature a half-day field trip to Parque Natural do Vale do Guadiana.
This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable insights, collaborate with peers, and enhance your expertise in the field of conservation genetics.
Registration Details: https://www.cibio.up.pt/en/events/conservation-genetics-fundaments-and-applications-2/
We look forward to your participation!