Teaching modules
Trait-based (phenotype) plant analysis
Lead researchers and platforms leaders expose students to modern methodologies used in the characterization of plant functioning at organ (aerial/root, anatomy, leaf photosynthesis) and whole plant-level.
- PAMPA : Plant anatomical phenotyping
- Photosynthesis and water-use efficiency in a context of climate change
- Breeding for better root systems: a new strategy to improve water and nutrient use efficiency
- Analysing and modelling phenotypes for challenging environments
Genotype-based plant analysis
The applications of the top-notch field of genomics and the ability to generate and exploit important amounts of sequences (DNA/RNA-level) are presented, through various fields of application.
- The 3000 rice genomes, an introduction to genetic diversity
- Epigenome and plant improvement
- Comparative omics of tropical crops
Integrated approaches in plant breeding
Students discover practical examples of plant breeding programmes in place in France or in the tropics presented by plant specialists, whereby breeding strategies are adapted to a variety of contexts and challenges.
- Genome editing in agriculture: engaging in policy, legal and institutional issues
- Designing new crops for the future
- Breeding of tropical and Mediterranean crops: a diversity of contexts and strategies
- Breeding fruits and vegetables in the high throughput time
- Participatory breeding: involve farmers in the variety development proccess