Stefan Neuenschwander: Catalogue data in Autumn Semester 2021

Name	PD Dr. Stefan Neuenschwander
Field	Molekulare Tierzucht
E-mail	stefan.neuenschwander@usys.ethz.ch
Department	Environmental Systems Science
Relationship	Privatdozent

Number	Title	ECTS	Hours	Lecturers
751-0206-00L	Applied Laboratory Techniques in Agricultural Sciences The course is compulsory for students in 5th semester BSc Agricultural Sciences.	4 credits	4P	G. Broggini, M. Gharun, M. Hartmann, S. Neuenschwander, L. P. Schönholzer, B. Studer, S. Yates
Abstract	Die Lehrveranstaltung ist zweiteilig aus einem Laborpraktikum und einem angewandten Methodentraining aufgebaut. Im Laborpraktikum werden an 6 Kurstagen die wichtigsten Techniken der Molekularbiologie gelehrt. Das folgende Methodentraining findet an 5 Kurstagen im Block in einer der beteiligten Forschungsgruppen statt, um die wichtigsten Methoden aus dem jeweiligen Fachgebiet praxisnah anzuwenden.
Learning objective	- Aneignung von guter Laborpraxis (Sicherheit, Effizienz, Qualität und Dokumentation) - Erlernen der wichtigsten Labor- und Feldmethoden in den Agrarwissenschaften sowie deren korrekte und sichere Anwendung - Vertieftes Verständnis von molekularen, physiologischen und biochemischen Prozessen in aktuellen agrarwissenschaftlichen Themenbereichen - Aneignung von Kompetenzen für zukünftige Bachelor-, Master-, und Doktorarbeiten - Kritische Beurteilung der angewandten Methoden für verantwortungsvolle Forschung
Content	Molekularbiologisches Laborpraktikum: DNA Extraktion, DNA Quantifizierung, PCR, Molekulare Marker, Gelelektrophorese, DNA Sequenzierung, Bioinformatik, qPCR Angewandtes Methodentraining: Inhalte definiert durch die jeweiligen Arbeitsgruppen
Lecture notes	Laborjournal
Literature	Wird einsprechend den Kursinhalten abgegeben.
751-6003-00L	Training Course in Research Groups (Large)	6 credits	13P	S. M. Bernal Ulloa, S. Neuenschwander, H. Pausch, M. Saenz de Juano Ribes, S. E. Ulbrich
Abstract	The students will learn the conceptual and methodological background of research in the animal science groups of the Institute of Plant, Animal and Agroecosystem Science. In addition to teaching the theoretical background, the major aim of the course is to integrate the students into the research groups (on job training) and, hence, to focus on the practical application of the knowledge.
Learning objective	- Introduction into the conceptual and methodological basis of research - Integration of the students into the research groups (on job training) - Application of the gained knowledge
Content	The students will be integrated into the research groups’ day-to-day work and will thus deal with all aspects of scientific work. This comprises the planning (conceptually and logistically), execution (data collection, laboratory analyses) and evaluation (statistics, data presentation) of experiments as well as the basics of scientific writing (aim: later publication, Master thesis). The research topics and the range of methodologies vary between the animal science research groups in the Institute of Plant, Animal and Agroecosystem Sciences.
Lecture notes	None
Literature	Specific readings after enlisting in a particular research group.
Prerequisites / Notice	The number of training slots in the various groups is limited. It is therefore highly recommended to contact the group leaders early enough (first come first serve). The full integration in a research group often means to work on weekends. The total time budget is equivalent to about 180 hours. Active participation in group meetings (discussion, presentation) and short written reports about the work conducted are required for the 6 credit points. There are no grades, it is only pass or fail.
751-6003-01L	Training Course in Research Groups (Small)	3 credits	6P	S. M. Bernal Ulloa, S. Neuenschwander, H. Pausch, M. Saenz de Juano Ribes, S. E. Ulbrich
Abstract	The students will learn the conceptual and methodological background of research in the animal science groups of the Institute of Plant, Animal and Agroecosystem Science. In addition to teaching the theoretical background, the major aim of the course is to integrate the students into the research groups (on job training) and, hence, to focus on the practical application of the knowledge.
Learning objective	- Introduction into the conceptual and methodological basis of research - Integration of the students into the research groups (on job training) - Application of the gained knowledge
Content	The students will be integrated into the research groups’ day-to-day work and will thus deal with all aspects of scientific work. This comprises the planning (conceptually and logistically), execution (data collection, laboratory analyses) and evaluation (statistics, data presentation) of experiments as well as the basics of scientific writing (aim: later publication, Master thesis). The research topics and the range of methodologies vary between the animal science research groups in the Institute of Plant, Animal and Agroecosystem Sciences.
Lecture notes	None
Literature	Specific readings after enlisting in a particular research group.
Prerequisites / Notice	The number of training slots in the various groups is limited. It is therefore highly recommended to contact the group leaders early enough (first come first serve). The full integration in a research group often means to work on weekends. The total time budget is equivalent to about 90 hours. Active participation in group meetings (discussion, presentation) and short written reports about the work conducted are required for the 3 credit points. There are no grades, it is only pass or fail.
751-6243-00L	Breeding and conservation of Animal Genetic Resources	2 credits	2V	H. Signer-Hasler, C. Flury, S. Neuenschwander
Abstract	Animal genetic resources refer to the genetic and species diversity of livestock. Only a few production breeds have been further developed through breeding, while local breeds have no longer been able to survive in this competition. Without the support of endangered breeds and the sustainable breeding of productive breeds, many regionally typical breeds are threatened with extinction.
Learning objective	Learning Objectives: Part 1: At the end of the course, students are able to assess the importance and problems of small ruminant breeding and husbandry in Switzerland and neighbouring countries. They know the most important breeding objectives and are able to assess them in terms of production and sustainable development in small ruminants and cattle. Learning objectives part 2: The second part gives an overview of the distribution, endangerment and conservation of breed diversity of farm animals in Switzerland and internationally. The theory is illustrated with numerous examples and the knowledge is deepened in exercises. The students: - have an overview of the national and international distribution of animal genetic resources and are familiar with the database DAD-IS (Domestic Animal Diversity Information System). - can name the national and international efforts to conserve agricultural livestock breeds. - know how to describe genetic diversity. - can point out what is important in the management of small populations. - can describe different conservation measures, especially in situ and ex situ conservation. - can describe current national and international conservation programmes for different livestock breeds.
Prerequisites / Notice	Examination: Examination Part 1: Graded written examination (1 hour) on the material covered. Examination Part 2: Graded semester performance completed during the block course. Parts 1 and 2 contribute equally to the final grade.