Brochure
Apply
From invisible to indispensable: Harnessing unexplored microbial biodiversity for resilient and sustainable agriculture
Through dynamic lectures and hands-on workshops, the program proposes to examine the intricate interactions between microbes, other living organisms (humans and plants), and their physical environment (soil). Participants will gain insights into how microbial diversity underpins key ecosystem services, particularly those critical for human nutrition and food security, and will also consider the adverse impacts of modern farming practices on microbial communities. The latest technical approaches used to study microbiomes, and their functions will be covered in both lectures and practical lab sessions.
Program Overview
This summer school delves into the vital roles of environmental microbes for the Earth’s biosphere and for agriculture.
Objectives
- Discover and understand the importance of microbial biodiversity for the ecosystem services it delivers to nature and agriculture
- Understand how microorganisms can contribute to sustainable farming
- Acquire knowledge and technical competences in metagenomics
- Acquire competences in bioinformatics to define the composition and functionality of microbiomes
- Acquire systems thinking skills to improve the capacity to analyze complex problems and create sound solutions based on biotechnologies
The lecture sessions will address the following points:
- Relationships between microbiomes and human and environmental health
- Interaction of microbes with plant-host
- Microbes for biocontrol and biostimulation Metagenomics Ecotoxicology
Practical Information
When ?
From July 27 to August 6, 2026 (2 week program).
Application deadline: 30 June 2025
What will you get ?
Certificate : Students will receive a certificate granting them the equivalent of 6 ECTS
All-inclusive Program : the fee covers all courses, housing, breakfast and lunch on weekdays, French language courses, all cultural activities & trips, a 2-week Paris transport pass and more !
English Proficiency
Demonstrated English proficiency is a crucial requirement.
Acceptable English proficiency levels include CECRL B2, IELTS 5.5/6, TOEIC 600, or TOEFL IBT 65.
Alternatively, applicants can provide a certificate or attestation from their home university validating their proficiency in English.
More coming your way!
Contact
Mr. Allan GWOZDZ
International Admission Coordinator