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Molecular Biogeochemistry >> Content Detail



Syllabus



Syllabus



Overview


In this course, we will cover all aspects of molecular biosignatures from their pathways of lipid biosynthesis, the distribution patterns of lipid biosynthetic pathways with regard to phylogeny and physiology, isotopic contents, occurrence in modern organisms and environments, diagenetic pathways, analytical techniques and the occurrence of molecular fossils through the geological record.



Seminar Outline



WEEK #TOPICS
1-4Archaea
5-7Bacteria
8-10Eukarya
11Structural Preservation
12Sterochemical Modifications
13Diageneticpathways



Format


Each week a student will give a presentation on the general topic and discuss the assigned readings.



Grading


Grading is mostly based on the presentation and class attendance.


 








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