Taxonomy is a basic biological science. Arthropods and nematodes constitute the vast majority of species on the planet. Their knowledge and identification therefore present major challenges for the preservation and management of biodiversity.
- Know which species of arthropods or nematodes pests is present in cultivated environments is an essential step in the proposal of new pesticide-saving control strategies.
- Know which species of arthropods or nematodes auxiliaries is present in cultivated environments is essential to develop effective biological control strategies and to prevent the risk of outbreaks and invasions (biovigilance).
- Knowing which species of arthropods and nematodes is present in the environment makes it possible to establish lists of endangered species and to develop strategies for the management and conservation of biodiversity.
To meet these challenges, quality training in methods of identifying these organisms is essential, especially since the teaching of taxonomy in Europe is limited, weakening the future of taxonomic research and the development of strategies. biological control and ecosystem management.
This MOOC (in French and English) will deliver 5 weeks of lessons and other educational activities; the themes addressed will be:
- The classification of arthropods and nematodes,
- The application of these integrative concepts for the management of agroecosystems through case studies.
- Collection and trapping methods,
- Morphological and molecular identification methods,
This MOOC will thus make it possible to acquire knowledge but also to exchange within an international learning community. Through innovative teaching methods, you will be able to promote your practical and scientific experiences with the help of experts, teacher-researchers and researchers, from Montpellier SupAgro and Agreenium partners.
