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Introduction to Ecology (Vorlesung)

Dozent/in: Thorsten Aßmann, Sylvia Haider

Termin:
wöchentlich | Montag | 14:15 - 15:45 | 06.04.2026 - 10.07.2026 | C HS 1

Inhalt: Scientific basics of ecology (autecology, population ecology, community ecology and ecosystem research).

Leuphana Bachelor - Major Environmental and Sustainability Studies (ab Studienbeginn WiSe 17/18) - Grundlagen der Ökologie
Leuphana Bachelor - Major Umweltwissenschaften (ab Studienbeginn WiSe 17/18) - Grundlagen der Ökologie
Leuphana Bachelor - Major Global Environmental and Sustainability Studies - Basic Concepts of Ecology

Field Exercise 1 - Introduction to Ecology (Freilandübung)

Dozent/in: Swantje Grabener

Termin:
Einzeltermin | Di, 21.04.2026, 16:00 - Di, 21.04.2026, 17:00 | C 11.307 Seminarraum | Preliminary meeting with assignment of topics for the presentations
Einzeltermin | Do, 14.05.2026, 09:00 - Sa, 16.05.2026, 20:00 | extern | Travel to the excursion destination by train and bike (approx. 25 km from the nearest train station) only possible on 13 May until 6 p.m., departure only possible on 17 May after 9 a.m.

Inhalt: Please note that the field exercises do not only differ in dates, but also in their topics and the study locations. For some exercises you will have to stay overnight, and for some exercises you need a bicycle. ************************************************************* ! ATTENTION: CHANGE ! Due to the current track closure between Lünerburg and Hitzacker / Dannenberg, a rail replacement bus service has been set up. Unfortunately, bicycles cannot be brought on these buses. Please try to arrange to travel by bicycle (or rent a bicycle in Dannenberg, if necessary). If you have difficulty doing so, please contact the course coordinator. ************************************************************* FIELD EXERCISE IN THE GARTOW ELBE MARSHLANDS Overnight accommodation is necessary for this exercise and will be provided at the University of Hamburg's Elbe station in Pevestorf (2-/4-/6-bed rooms with private bathroom). Meals are self-catering, kitchen and dishes are available. Luggage and food will be transported in advance from Lüneburg using the institute's car. Check the associated materials folder for this field exercise: further relevant details are listed there. Anyone interested can meet at 3 p.m. on May 13 for a preliminary excursion at the Elbauenstation in Pevestorf, where we will go on a preliminary field trip (optional). The official field exercise will start on May 14 at 9 a.m. in Pevestorf. We will visit important habitats in the biosphere reserve: ripicolous pioneer habitats on the Elbe, softwood floodplain forests, hardwood floodplain forests, meadows, pastures. In the field, we will discuss important plant and animal species as well as specific aspects of ecosystem functions and anthropogenic influences. The official exercise will end on May 16 at around 8 p.m. It will be possible to return home then, but it is recommended to stay in Pevestorf until the next day May 17, as public transport options are not available in the evening. The accomodation is booked until noon on May 17. Participants should expect to pay €15 per night for accommodation.

Leuphana Bachelor - Major Global Environmental and Sustainability Studies - Basic Concepts of Ecology

Field Exercise 2 - Introduction to Ecology (for GESS) (Übung)

Dozent/in: Joice Klipel

Inhalt: Please note that the field exercises do not only differ in dates, but also in their topics and the study locations. For some exercises you will have to stay overnight, and for some exercises you need a bicycle. You will learn basic field methods of vegetation ecology at different forest sites (setting up study plots, creating a vegetation survey, collecting leaf samples and measuring functional leaf characteristics). With the help of this data, you will gain insights into different scales of biodiversity and the topic of functional ecology as a basis for understanding ecosystem functions and services. Data analysis is carried out using the statistical program R.

Leuphana Bachelor - Major Global Environmental and Sustainability Studies - Basic Concepts of Ecology

Field Exercise 3 - Introduction to Ecology (for GESS) (Übung)

Dozent/in: Sophia Carmel Turner

Inhalt: Please note that the field exercises do not only differ in dates, but also in their topics and the study locations. For some exercises you will have to stay overnight, and for some exercises you need a bicycle. You will learn basic field methods of vegetation ecology at different forest sites (setting up study plots, creating a vegetation survey, collecting leaf samples and measuring functional leaf characteristics). With the help of this data, you will gain insights into different scales of biodiversity and the topic of functional ecology as a basis for understanding ecosystem functions and services. Data analysis is carried out using the statistical program R.

Leuphana Bachelor - Major Global Environmental and Sustainability Studies - Basic Concepts of Ecology

Field Exercise 4 - Introduction to Ecology (for GESS) (Übung)

Dozent/in: Emanuela Wehmuth Alves Weidlich

Inhalt: Please note that the field exercises not only differ in dates, but also in their topics and the study locations. For some exercises you will have to stay overnight, and for some exercises you need a bicycle. This practical field exercise consists of learning how to assess diversity in the forest near the Ilmenau River (and university). We will evaluate if tree diversity is affected by distance to a river, a trail and a railway. Students will be divided into four groups, each responsible for investing one of these questions: Does proximity to the Ilmenau River affect tree diversity? Does proximity to trails affect tree diversity? Does proximity to railways affect tree diversity? Which factor has the strongest effect on tree diversity?

Leuphana Bachelor - Major Global Environmental and Sustainability Studies - Basic Concepts of Ecology

Laboratory exercise 1 - Introduction to Ecology (GESS) (Übung)

Dozent/in: Luzie Emilia Glock, Joice Klipel, N. N., Michael Staab, Sophia Carmel Turner, David Walmsley

Inhalt: Please note that all lab groups will have the same four exercises (soil ecology, molecular ecology, animal ecology, vegetation ecology), but the dates of the four exercises are different for each group. You cannot switch between groups during the semester. Experiments on autecology, population ecology and synecology. The students will carry out the experiments under supervision. Ziel

Leuphana Bachelor - Major Global Environmental and Sustainability Studies - Basic Concepts of Ecology

Laboratory exercise 2 - Introduction to Ecology (GESS) (Übung)

Dozent/in: Luzie Emilia Glock, Joice Klipel, N. N., Michael Staab, Sophia Carmel Turner, David Walmsley

Leuphana Bachelor - Major Global Environmental and Sustainability Studies - Basic Concepts of Ecology

Laboratory exercise 3 - Introduction to Ecology (GESS) (Übung)

Dozent/in: Luzie Emilia Glock, Joice Klipel, N. N., Michael Staab, Sophia Carmel Turner, David Walmsley

Leuphana Bachelor - Major Global Environmental and Sustainability Studies - Basic Concepts of Ecology

Laboratory exercise 4 - Introduction to Ecology (GESS) (Übung)

Dozent/in: Luzie Emilia Glock, Joice Klipel, N. N., Michael Staab, Sophia Carmel Turner, David Walmsley

Leuphana Bachelor - Major Global Environmental and Sustainability Studies - Basic Concepts of Ecology