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Dottorato in Biologia dei Sistemi Ecologici

The Ph.D. program in Ecological Systems Biology aims to provide a solid conceptual and methodological foundation for the study of the complexity of ecological systems. These systems are analyzed as a whole to highlight their emerging properties resulting from the integration of diverse components. The approach followed is multidisciplinary, based on the integration of principles from biology, mathematics, and computer science. The goal is to provide an innovative perspective on quantitative analysis capable of bridging the gap between experimental data and theoretical models in environmental research. The integrative and predictive nature of this approach has the potential to guide innovations in various areas of environmental research.

Objectives

• To form researchers capable of understanding the emerging properties and dynamics of complex systems in the context of environmental changes.
• To utilize diverse measurement techniques to collect data from various sources and integrate them to create a holistic view of the environmental system.
• To interpret data related to the response of ecological systems in the context of global changes using innovative tools from computational mathematics and computer science.
• To develop sustainable solutions to manage and mitigate environmental changes.

Methodology

The achievement of these objectives occurs through the development of specific research projects and through interdisciplinary teaching. This teaching combines principles from various disciplines, including Agronomy, Cellular and Molecular Biology, Botany, Ecology, Microbiology, Zoology, Mathematics, Physics, and Computer Science. A key aspect of the training project is the use of mathematical modeling, statistical mechanics, and computational simulations, which allow for the study of the variation of ecological systems at different spatial and temporal scales.

Career Opportunities

The training and research path prepares highly qualified researchers for academic positions at universities or research institutions, both national and international, capable of contributing to the progress of basic and applied research. Outside the academic sphere, the skills acquired enable individuals to respond to the needs of the industrial and agricultural sectors, allowing them to work in companies engaged in biotechnological innovation and environmental sustainability.

Program Structure

• Presentazione: Introduction to the Ph.D. program in Ecological Systems Biology.
• Collegio dei docenti: College of teachers involved in the program.
• Concorso di ammissione: Admission competition for the program.
• Offerta programmata: Programmed offer, including cycles and research areas.
• Offerta erogata: Offered courses and activities.
• Seminari: Seminars and workshops.
• Dottorandi: Ph.D. students and their research projects.
• Relazione Annuale: Annual report on the program's activities and achievements.
• Gestione e assicurazione della qualità: Quality management and assurance, including advisory boards and student representatives.