Description

The course aims to provide tools for developing innovative bioremediation strategies, addressing the needs of the eco-technological sector and promoting sustainable solutions for pollution mitigation.

Participants will acquire knowledge in microbiology and synthetic biology, specifically regarding interactions between microorganisms and the environment (air, water, and soil), and will learn to apply this knowledge to various contexts of environmental pollution.

Learning outcomes: Participants will be able to:

• Use genetic engineering techniques to design engineered bacteria
• Analyze the processes involved in the decontamination of major environmental pollutants
• Assess the effectiveness and efficiency of bioremediation strategies
• Identify key parameters for optimizing bioremediation strategies
• Evaluate the ecological, ethical, and regulatory impact of synthetic biology

Number of hours

125 hours total (30 contact hours + 95 hours of independent work)

Target group

Students and professionals with at least a Bachelor’s degree

Number of participants

10 –25 participants

Prerequisites

Proven professional experience in the fields of biotechnology, microbiology, biochemistry, or pollutant chemistry

Type of funding / fee

€30 for pre-enrollment + €543 for enrollment

Contact person (administrative and/or academic)

elena.saviolo@unipd.it
paola.brun.1@unipd.it