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250106 VO Mathematical population genetics (2023W)

5.00 ECTS (3.00 SWS), SPL 25 - Mathematik

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Details

Language: English

Examination dates

Lecturers

Joachim Hermisson

Classes

Date: Monday 09:45-11:15 and Wednesday 11:30-12:15
Location: Besprechungszimmer 9. Stock (OMP1)

Information

Aims, contents and method of the course

Introduction into the mathematical modeling in population genetics, covering both deterministic and stochastic approaches:
1. Selection and mutation at a single locus
2. Recombination
3. Genetic drift
4. Neutral theory
5. The coalescent
6. Effective population size
7. Demography: population growth and decline
8. Selection and drift
9. Diffusion models

Assessment and permitted materials

Oral exam including 10 min oral presentation.

Minimum requirements and assessment criteria

Sufficient understanding of all topics of the lecture and being able to present them in an oral exam.

Examination topics

Contents of the lecture.

Reading list

Lecture notes and additional literature advice will be provided.

Association in the course directory

MBIG

Basic courses, specialization "Biomathematics"

Master Mathematics (821 [2] - Version 2016) ➡ Elective Modules (75 ECTS)

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