Applied methods in crop physiology
Graduate School of Technical Sciences at Aarhus University
Date: Sept 14-18, 2026
Organization
Each day will cover a number of lectures and hands on exercises with measurement gear or computer models. There will also be a possibility of individual consultancy concerning experimental problems.
Objectives of the course:
To give the students an up to date introduction to measurements of plant processes, both in the field and under protection, to allow them to select and develop suitable methods for measuring and analyzing data in their Ph.D.- work. Furthermore the course will present the newest knowledge and an overview of the current status of physiological measurement problems. Current and emerging technologies will be presented.
Course contents:
Day 1 and 2: Photosynthesis
To give a good background for performing measurements of using traditional gas exchange, traditional chlorophyll fluorescence and video based chlorophyll fluorescence and related techniques.
Day 3 - 4: Water relations in plants
To give a good background for understanding water status in plants when they are subjected to various stress conditions with emphasis on nitrogen and water.
Day 4- 5: Roots – the hidden half
to give an understanding of root growth and nutrient dynamics in the soil and how this is measured and modelled.
Prerequisites:
The course is in English and the requirements are relevant courses in crop physiology from M.Sc.-level. M.Sc.-students considering crop physiology or engaged in thesis work can participate provided availability.
Name of lecturer[s]:
C.-O. Ottosen, AU, H. L. Kristensen, AU, Fulai Liu KU, E. Rosenqvist, KU, Mathias N. Andersen, AU, A. Lobo, AU
Type of course/teaching methods:
Lectures and exercises
Literature:
Will be made available online
Course assessment:
Direct course work 40 hrs over 5 days, report work 2-3 weeks.
Course fee:
Participation in course: free. Costs for food and running costs is 1500 DKK.
Registration:
Registration by e-mail to Carl-Otto Ottosen before Aug 15
If you have any questions, please contact Carl-Otto Ottosen, coo@food.au.dk