Background
Belowground fungi are key players in the decomposition of plant litter, and therefore in regulating the carbon cycle. Despite their importance, we still know relatively little about how these fungi respond to climate change, and how such responses, in turn, influence decomposition rates across Norway.
Using cutting-edge molecular approaches, such as metabarcoding, we can identify the diverse fungal species involved in decomposition. By linking this fungal diversity to measured degradation rates across different climates, we can better understand the connections between climate, fungi, and carbon cycling.
Through this project, you will:
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Gain hands-on experience with advanced molecular techniques (short-read metabarcoding) for environmental DNA monitoring.
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Learn and apply bioinformatic tools to analyze complex metabarcoding datasets.
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Be part of the vibrant Between the Fjords research group in Bergen, with opportunities to collaborate with the Oslo Mycology group
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