Course – 1st Edition
Introduction to Phylogenetic Inference and its Applications
June 26th-30th, 2017, Barcelona (Spain)
Evolution
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The aim of this course is to provide training in conceptual and practical aspects of biological systematics. Emphasis will be on the use of molecular data for phylogenetic inference. We will present and discuss the main methods of phylogenetic inference (parsimony, maximum likelihood and Bayesian inference), evolutionary models, data combinability, the estimation of divergence times and the use of quantitative approaches to species delimitation. We will also discuss several examples about the use of phylogenetic trees to address fundamental biological questions. In hands on computer sessions, we will introduce the most widely used computer programs for building alignments, selecting evolutionary models, inferring trees under alternative assumptions, estimating divergence times and delimiting species. Finally, students will present and discuss the results obtained during the course using their own data or, alternatively, with example cases provided by the instructors.
The course is aimed at advanced undergrads, PhD students, post-docs and faculty interested in the use of phylogenies for addressing evolutionary and ecological questions but with limited background / experience in systematics and phylogenetic inference.
Basic knowledge of statistics. All participants must bring their own personal laptop.
January 13th-17th, 2020
English
32 hours on-site.
This course is equivalent to 2 ECTS (European Credit Transfer System) at the Life Science Zurich Graduate School.
The recognition of ECTS by other institutions depends on each university or school.
Places are limited to 20 participants and will be occupied by strict registration order.
Participants who have completed the course will receive a certificate at the end of it.
Daily Program
Monday, June 26th, 2017.
Tuesday, June 27th, 2017.
Wednesday, June 28th, 2017.
Thursday, June 29th, 2017.
Friday, June 30th, 2017.
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Participants will make their own way
The class schedule is approximate; it is possible that the content of one day may run into the next and a working day may be longer than advertised.
The class schedule is approximate; it is possible that the content of one day may run into the next and a working day may be longer than advertised.
If you choose the Accommodation Package you will be hosted at Rural House Can Carol, in shared en-suite rooms, although you will only share rooms with other course participants (male or female only).
If you prefer to stay in a single en-suite room, you can do so with a supplementary charge.
More information
The Accommodation Package includes transportation from the centre of Barcelona city to the venue and back, at the start and end of the course, respectively. The trip takes around 1 hour each way.
If the number of participants exceeds the available rooms at Can Carol, some of them could be accommodated in the Hotel Tall del Conill, by registration order. The hotel is at 10 minutes walking, although transport will be provided in the morning and after dinner. Lunches and dinners will be with the whole group.
Accommodation is included from Sunday (check-in) to Friday (check-out). Breakfast, lunch and dinner are also provided during the week, starting from the dinner of Sunday to lunch of Friday (included).
If you do not want the Accommodation Package, accommodation is available in places other than Can Carol: Where to stay near the Venue.
Discounts are not cumulative and apply only on the Course Fee. We offer the possibility of paying in two instalments (contact courses@transmittingscience.com).
5 % Discount
Former participants will have a 5 % discount on the Course Fee.
20 % Discount
20 % discount on the Course Fee is offered for members of some organizations (Ambassador Institutions). If you want to apply to this discount please indicate it in the Registration form (proof will be asked later).
40 % Discount
Unemployed scientists living in the country were the course will be held, as well as PhD students based in that country without any grant or scholarship to develop their PhD, could benefit from a 40 % discount on the Course Fee. If you want to ask for this discount, please contact the course coordinator. That would apply for a maximum of 2 places and they will be covered by strict inscription order.