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PhD Course in Environmental DNA (eDNA) Methods in Ecology and Conservation Aarhus University in Denmark

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Field of study

Computer Science

Funding

Full funding available

Deadline

Aug 31, 2026

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Denmark

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Aarhus University

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Keywords

Computer Science
Ecology
Environmental Science
Biology
Conservation Biology
Environmental Dna
Bioinformatic

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PhD course in Environmental DNA (eDNA) methods in ecology and conservation offered by the Graduate School of Technical Sciences at Aarhus University.

This interdisciplinary course introduces the use of eDNA for biodiversity monitoring, species detection, and ecosystem assessment across freshwater, marine, terrestrial, airborne, and arctic systems. Topics include study design and sampling strategies, field demonstrations of eDNA collection from water/soil/air, bioinformatics workflows, taxonomic assignment, applied eDNA for conservation and environmental monitoring, and the strengths and limitations of eDNA approaches.

The course is aimed at PhD students, with Masters students also allowed to participate. No prerequisites are required, but participants should expect substantial preparation, including reading, discussion materials, and pre-course assignments. The course includes lectures, keynote presentations, seminars, problem-based discussions, group exercises, and a poster assignment.

Course details: 19–23 October 2026, 65 total hours including preparation, capacity 25, English language, 4 ECTS. Location: Aarhus University, Risø, Frederiksborgvej 399, 4000 Roskilde, Denmark. Course fee: free for Danish PhD students; 2000 DKK for PhD students from outside Denmark.

Registration is via the online form, with deadline 31 August 2026. Admission decisions will be sent no later than 4 September 2026. Contact the course coordinators for questions: Georgina Brennan, Aoife Leonard, Adam Kozoil, and Rumakanta Sapkota.

Funding details

Full funding including tuition fees and living expenses is available for this position. The scholarship covers all educational costs and provides a monthly stipend.

How to apply

Please submit your application including a cover letter, CV, academic transcripts, and contact information for two references. Applications should be sent via the online portal before the deadline.

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