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Applied Conservation Genetics with Wildlife ForensicsOnline Certificate, Diploma and Masters programmes
Gene Function AdaptationDiversityTaxonomy
Management EnforcementBehaviourEcology
Wildlife Genetics
• Bridging the gap between academia and conservation• Building knowledge and capacity in wildlife forensics
=> Need for an applied international programme
Wildlife Genetics Applications
Applied Wildlife Genetic Theory
ConservationPolicy Wildlife
Management
Reintroductions
CaptiveManagement
AuthenticityTraceability
Wildlife Crime
Population GeneticsEvolutionary Biology
Programme StaffProf Rob Ogden Programme Director
Wildlife Forensic/Cons Genetics
Dr Lucy Webster Deputy Programme DirectorWildlife Forensic Scientist
Dr Sílvia Pérez-Espona Programme CoordinatorConservation Geneticist
Dr Emily Humble Programme TutorConservation Geneticist
Mr Brian Mather E-Learning Developer
Programme contributors
Taught ProgrammeCourse Year Title Credits
1 1 Essential population genetic theory and techniques 20
2 1 Introduction to applied conservation genetics 20
3 1 Introduction to wildlife forensics 10
4 1 Genetic data analysis 10
5 2 Applied conservation genetics and wildlife forensics 20
6 2 Quality management in wildlife forensic science 10 (E)
7 2 Reporting forensic evidence 10 (E)
8 2 Population genetics for conservation breeding 10 (E)
9 2 Genetics for reintroductions, translocations and monitoring 10 (E)
10 2 The role of wildlife genetics in global conservation challenges 20
E = Elective, select 2 from 4
Course 1Essential Population Genetic Theory and Techniques
Genetic variation
Molecular genetics
Phylogenetics
Population genetics
Data analysis
Course 2 Introduction to Applied Conservation Genetics
Assessment
Poster preparation and presentation
Research Project Plan
Activities
Ningaloo reef
Komodo dragon
Lectures
Applications of conservation genetics to support wildlife management
Course 3Introduction to Wildlife Forensics
Evidence collection
Evidence transfer
Laboratory analysis
Result interpretation
Reporting
Evidence Presentation
Evidence collection
Evidence transfer
Course 4Genetic data analysis for conservation management and wildlife forensics
BLAST
Geneious
GenAlEx
Arlequin
wildlifedetectR
Course 5Applied Conservation Genetics and Wildlife Forensics
Activities
Galapagos islands
Rare ghost orchid
Assessment
Policy Brief
Research project plan
Lectures
Genetic and genomic approaches to assess wildlife conservation and law enforcement
Course 6 Quality Management in Wildlife Forensic Science
Validation
Auditing
Interviews
QMS
Standards
Course 7Reporting Forensic Evidence
Interpreting results
TestimonyLawyers perspective
Adversarial vsInquisitorial
legal systemsShared experience
Course 8Population Genetics for Conservation Breeding
Zoo conservation
Studbook Management
Plants & Group Management
Breeding Programmes
Genetic Challenges
Course 9 Conservation Genetics for Reintroductions, Translocations and Population Monitoring
Activities
Community (Padlet)
PVA lions
Assessment
Reintroduction plan
Application of conservation genetics principles to wildlife management
Lectures
Course 10The role of wildlife genetics in global conservation challenges
Genetics & Global Conservation
Conservation Policies & Genetics
Project Management
Training and Capacity Building
Project Funding
Community Conservation
Future Directions
Masters Dissertation – Year 3• Ex-situ conservation genetics of the Pancake
Tortoise (Malacochersus tornieri)• Sea turtle population monitoring studies• DNA sequencing and mapping of African
Lions (Panthera leo) in Zambia• Tool development for hippopotamus
(Hippopotamus amphibious) DNA forensics• Landscape and environmental genetics of
the army ant, Eciton hamatum, in Panama• A genetic diversity scorecard system for
Ireland and the Democratic Rep. of the Congo• A review of genetic approaches to invasive
species management adopted by the CBD
Most conducted in collaboration with local institutions
How does online study work at Edinburgh?Programme accessed through a dedicated online platform
Discussion boards
Live sessions
Videos
Online community
Library resources
Personal tutors
Guest lecturers
International networks
The University of Edinburgh has specialised in online learning for over a decade
Introduction to Applied Conservation Genetics – Week 5
Welcome and summary of the week’s learning content
Lecture by Sílvia(3 parts, total 45 minutes)• Lecture• Notes• Handout• Audio
Guest lecturer – case study (total 37 min)
Reading 1 essential1 recommended4 further reading
Main learning content
Discussion board based on the exercise
Live session with guest lecturer
Recording
Formative assessment:MCQs
Poster critique
Two videos:Metabarcoding and monitoring
Sign-up sheet
Further learning activitiesIntroduction to Applied Conservation Genetics – Week 5
Example of slides
Introduction to Applied Conservation Genetics – Week 5
Reflection pointHow could you get more detailed information of the shark population using a metabarcoding approach?
Academic SkillsSourcing Information
Understanding Data
Presentation Skills
General Resources
Critical Reading
Critical Writing
Providing Feedback
Systematic Reviews
Wildlife genetic data analysis
Project planning & grant writing
Writing reports and presenting evidence
Engagement: stakeholders and policy makers
Validating methods
Wildlife Forensic casework
Genetic data interpretation
Application of emerging technologies
Applied Skills – Future employment