| Course title | |||||
| 農学部特別講義Ⅱ（グローバル先端科目農学系） [Special Lecture on Agriculture Ⅱ(Global Advanced Science(Agriculture))] | |||||
| Course category | Requirement | Credit | 1 | ||
| Department | Year | 3～ | Semester | 2nd | |
| Course type | 2nd | Course code | 01AG7104b | ||
| Instructor(s) | |||||
| 安村 友紀 [YASUMURA Yuki] | |||||
| Facility affiliation | Organization for the Advancement of Education and Global Learning | Office | afjgxte/L1151 | Email address | |
| Course description |
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In Global Advanced Science, students learn in vivid detail about internationally competitive, cutting-edge research from distinguished international professors of GIR, and about how research develops through scientist network and collaborations across the world. The lectures also include examples of how basic studies are fundamental to and applied to the cutting-edge research, and of the research environment in the globalized society. Through such experience, students are encouraged to consider the values of their studies and research in a broad context and towards their own future. This course will aid students to elevate their global awareness and improve their English communication skills in practice. This lecture course is included in Global Integrated Studies of the Liberal Arts and Fundamental Studies, and offers students opportunities to apply and integrate their knowledge and skills obtained in the foundation courses during their first two years in the university. |
| Expected Learning |
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1. To participate in lectures and discussion on scientific research and to be able to describe important points of the lecture and discussion in English 2. To be able to explain own thoughts on international research environment and how research develops through international activities 3. To consider the values of their studies and research in a broad context and towards their own future and recognize the knowledge and skills to be acquired during academic activities in university Competency development: Global awareness, Communication |
| Course schedule |
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< Common session1: 1 class > 1: Introductory class. The objectives and outline of the course are described in Japanese, as well as the importance of scientific presentation and discussion conducted in English. < GIR session1: 3 classes > 2: Preparatory class. The topic and content of the lecture planned for the 3rd class are briefly explained in Japanese, so that students are familiarized with specific terms and can prepare for discussion. 3: Lecture by Prof Koiwa from Texas A&M University on his research The lecture title is “Advances in Plant Stress Tolerance Research”. Questions-and-answers for the lecture, followed by discussion on the questions proposed by the GIR international researcher. The language used in this class is English. 4: Lecture 2 by Prof Koiwa on how fundamental studies lead to advanced research. The lecture title is "Embracing imperfection and independency". The lecture is followed by discussion on international research environment and collaborations, and also on how to relate own studies to the future research activities. The languages used in this class is English. < GIR session2: 3 classes > 5: Preparatory class. The topic and content of the lecture planned for the 6th class are briefly explained in Japanese, so that students are familiarized with specific terms and can prepare for discussion. 6: Lecture by Dr Sabina Gouraud on her research. The lecture title is “Deciphering brain mechanisms to understand cardiovascular diseases and develop new treatments”. See below for the abstract. Questions-and-answers for the lecture, followed by discussion on the questions proposed by the GIR international researcher. The language used in this class is English. 7: Lecture 2 by Dr Sabina Gouraud on how fundamental studies lead to advanced research. The lecture is followed by discussion on international research environment and collaborations, and also on how to relate own studies to the future research activities. The languages used in this class is English. < Common session2: 1 class > 8: Concluding class. Dr Fukudome, a TUAT alumnus who obtained PhD in USA and continues his research as a postdoc in Indiana University, USA, will give a seminar on his experiences and research in international environments. The language used in this session is English. To conclude, learning outcomes are discussed in groups to review the thoughts and findings individually. The language used in this session is Japanese. 【abstract】 " Advances in Plant Stress Tolerance Research" by Prof Koiwa In the face of the global human population increase and climate change, agriculture needs all the tools to sustain food productions. We study the genetics of plant stress tolerance mechanisms to identify stress tolerance determinants, as well as to understand how plants grow and develop. " Embracing imperfection and independency" by Prof Koiwa What makes transitions from "a student" to "an independent scientist"? Topics included are mindsets, preparation, society, and career perspectives. "Deciphering brain mechanisms to understand cardiovascular diseases and develop new treatments" by Dr Gouraund High blood pressure, an extremely common disorder,？？is a risk factor for deadly cardiovascular diseases. Unfortunately, depending on the patients, available treatments are not always effective in treating this disorder. Hypertension develops from a combination of genetic predisposition and civilized life-style which is still not well understood. Our supposition is that primary hypertension involves activation of the sympathetic nervous system through a pivotal region in the brain: the Nucleus Tractus Solitarii (NTS). This presentation describes the strategies and techniques we used so far to search for causative genes of neurogenic hypertension within the NTS of an animal model of human essential hypertension. |
| Prerequisites |
| In addition to 16 hours in the class, students are recommended to prepare for and revise the classes spending the standard amount of time as specified by the University. |
| Required Text(s) and Materials |
| Handouts will be distributed in the lecture. |
| References |
| Assessment/Grading |
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・Class participation (30%)： Contribution to the discussion and lectures throughout ・Written report (50%)： For each GIR session, a report is assessed, which should include summary and important points of the lectures and discussion, as well as own thoughts and ideas about international research environment and career paths ・Contribution to the common sessions and worksheets（20%） |
| Message from instructor(s) |
| Course keywords |
| International research development, Career paths |
| Office hours |
| For the international GIR researchers, questions should be asked during the class time. Questions for the coordinator can be discussed through emails or in person if appointments are made by email. |
| Remarks 1 |
| In this lecture course, both Japanese and English are used. |
| Remarks 2 |
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| Lecture Language |
| English |
| Language Subject |
| Last update |
| 9/9/2021 9:31:15 PM |