In this seminar we will deal intensively with the neuronal mechanisms underyling orientation behaviour. For this purpose, each sub-topic will be prepared with an introductory lecture by the organiser followed by student presentations on three topic areas:
1. Behavioural observations,
2. sensory basis, and
3. neuronal control or orientation.
In the area of behavioural observations, the orientation abilities of different animal groups ranging from insects to humans will be discussed. Second, the sensory systems underlying orientation behaviour and their specific adaptations will be reviewed. Finally, the third part discusses which neuronal mechanisms transforming the sensory signals to observable orientation behaviour. These mechanisms range from simple reflex-like connections between sensory and motor system to orientation behaviour controlled by higher cognitive processes and learning.
| Rhythmus | Tag | Uhrzeit | Format / Ort | Zeitraum | |
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| wöchentlich | Mi | 16-18 | W3-207 | 13.04.-24.07.2026 |
| Modul | Veranstaltung | Leistungen | |
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| 20-BHV-MT Master's Thesis Master's Thesis | Master Thesis | Studienleistung
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| 20-EB_10 Ergänzungsmodul Biologie Ergänzungsmodul Biologie | 2 std. Seminar 1 | Studienleistung
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| 20-EB_5 Ergänzungsmodul Biologie Ergänzungsmodul Biologie | 2 std. Seminar 1 | Studienleistung
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| Studiengang/-angebot | Gültigkeit | Variante | Untergliederung | Status | Sem. | LP | |
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| Biologie / Promotion | Lectures and Seminars | Wahlpflicht | 1 | aktive Teilnahme | |||
| Biologie / Promotion | Lectures and Seminars | Wahlpflicht | 1 | unbenotet Vortrag |
Participants are expected to read the literature in advance and actively participate in the discussions as well as to present at least one paper or textbook chapter. The seminar will be held in English. Brief summaries of the presentations will be provided and the presentations will be followed by a group discussion.