Friedrich Schiller University Jena
The Leibniz Institute of Plant Genetics and Crop Plant Research (IPK)
All courses are held in English.
Application deadlines are posted on the website when available (http://imprs.ice.mpg.de/ext/home.html). The deadline is usually in mid-April.
The overarching research topic of the International Max Planck Research School (IMPRS) in Jena is the use of molecular, analytical, and neuroethological techniques to experimentally explore chemical communication under natural conditions. Our focus is on the role of chemical signals that mediate the interactions between plants, animals, microbes, and their environment as well as the evolutionary and behavioural consequences of these interactions.
The aim of the programme is to transfer the advances in biotechnology and chemistry to the study of ecological interactions. To reach this goal, a broad range of scientific courses on relevant methods and topics is offered, including bioinformatics, mass spectrometry, behavioural studies, transcriptomics, proteomics, NMR, plant secondary metabolism, population genetics, entomology, phytohormone analysis, and statistics.
Furthermore, the IMPRS provides instruction in transferable skills by offering seminars and workshops on topics such as presentation skills, project and self-management, how to apply for post-doctoral funding, writing and publishing journal papers, and intellectual property rights.
Further courses in this field are offered by the Jena Graduate Academy for all doctoral students at Jena University.