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iDiv Leipzig, Puschstra\u00dfe 4<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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24 to 28 August 2026<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Plant collections provide an ecologically valuable resource and range from living collections in botanical gardens, to stored collections in seed banks and herbaria. For many decades, collections have been primarily used to support taxonomic and systematic research. However, interest in using biological collections to capture, analyse, and understand plant or ecosystem responses to changes in land-use and climate continues to grow.<\/p>\n

During the iDiv Summer School 2026, we want to give young scientists insights into different collections and how they can be utilised for ecological research. Participants will gather data using living collections of the botanical gardens in Leipzig and Jena, and the Herbarium Haussknecht (JE) in Jena. They will collect information such as the origin of the plants or specimens, measure functional traits and assess phenological stages. This approach will enable comparisons between species from all over the world, covering large taxonomic scales. The students will then analyse the data they have collected themselves, together with existing data, and present their findings.<\/p>\n

For questions about the summer school, please contact summerschool@idiv.de<\/a>.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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The summer school is aimed at MSc students and doctoral researchers<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Participants will learn how to use herbaria for ecological research, in addition, they will learn to measure functional traits on living plants in the botanical garden and how to characterize different phenological stages<\/p>\n

The focus of this course is on practical work by participants (hands-on sessions), followed by data analysis and presentations of results. These subjects are supplemented by lectures and discussions.<\/p>\n

Basic statistical skills are required for this course. The analyses are performed using R software.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Solveig Franziska Bucher
\n<\/strong>I\u2019m a scientist at the Senckenberg Institute for Plant Form and Function Jena. My recent work focusses on herbaria and digital Collectomics, i.e. the use of digital specimen in modern ecological research.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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Sebastian Gebauer
\n<\/strong>I\u2019m a scientist and curator at the Senckenberg Institute for Plant Form and Function in Jena. Since my PhD studies, I\u2019ve focused on collection-based biodiversity research, for example on plant systematics, biogeography and ecology. As a curator, I\u2019m also involved in the Collectomics framework at Senckenberg.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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Robert Rauschkolb<\/strong>
\nThrough coordinating the PhenObs project, I have gained extensive experience in how living collections in botanical gardens can be used for ecological, and particularly phenological research. In addition, as part of my PhD, I worked with material from seed banks to answer evo-ecological questions.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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The total cost of the course is 350 euros without accommodation and 600 euros including accommodation.<\/strong>
\nThis covers the costs of teaching and materials, coffee breaks, lunch, and the Welcome BBQ. The participants will be provided a single room in a two-room apartment in the city centre (Apartment Central<\/a>).<\/p>\n

In addition, two fellowships are available to cover the registration fee and travel costs to Leipzig. These fellowships are for students from regions that are often underrepresented in science.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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The application deadline has recently passed.<\/h2>\n
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There are no specific skills required. Participants should have a basic knowledge of statistical methods, advanced English skills and motivation to learn in an intercultural working environment.<\/p>\n

The maximum number of participants is 12. The gender and nationality of applicants will be taken into account to maintain diverse participation. Applications from developing countries, in particular from female applicants, will be particularly welcome.<\/p>\n

iDiv is a family-friendly workplace, and we offer various support for families. For the summer school participants, we offer on-site childcare during the daily programme. If you require this service, please let us know when you apply.<\/p>\n

For questions about the summer school, please contact summerschool@idiv.de<\/a>.\u00a0We look forward to receiving your applications and hope to welcome you soon in Leipzig.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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