Microbiology

To provide basic knowledge on microbial world, mandatory to
properly study following microbiology-related courses. Specific
attention will be given to agro-food bacteria and microorganisms
involved in carbon and nitrogen cycles in soil.

Knowledge of morphology and biochemical structure of bacteria
and viruses; methodologies of isolation and identification (by
classic and molecular methods) of specific bacteria; knowledge of
microbial energetic metabolism; comprehension of the principles
supporting ecological adaptation, selection and genetic variability
of bacteria.