BIO3081

Plant responses to the environment

(SCI)

Dr John Beardall

6 points + First semester + Clayton + Two 1-hour lectures and 3 hours laboratory work per week + Prerequisite: 16 points (BSc[Env]12 points) from level 2 BOT/ZOO/BIO + Recommended: BOT2031 or BOT2032

Synopsis: How plants respond to their environment, from molecular changes in gene expression to effects on communities. Plant development and responses to environmental stresses such as drought, temperature and salinisation, and global climate change. Manipulation of plant performance by means of genetic engineering and the ethical issues involved.

Assessment: Examination (2.5 hours): 60% + Practical work: 40%