Summer course 2026 of the Menéndez Pelayo International University, Santander, organized in collaboration with CSIC and MITECO, which will take place from August 3 to 7.
Code 66AA - ECTS: 2.5 Registration opens: April 13, 2026. All information about the course program and faculty, registration and scholarships can be found at the following link : https://www.uimp.es/
This is an advanced course that offers a comprehensive overview of genetic resources for agriculture and food. It covers four key sectors: plant breeding, forestry, livestock, and aquaculture, analyzing their strategic importance for biodiversity conservation, environmental sustainability, socioeconomic development, and food security.
The program combines biological, ecological, and genetic foundations with the legal framework that regulates access to and use of these resources. Researchers and specialists in the sector will present recent research findings, as well as practical case studies demonstrating how the proper management of genetic diversity can transform agri-food systems into more sustainable ones.
and resilient.
Eligible for recognition as continuing professional development for teachers.