340.872.01
Genetic Epidemiologic Seminars in Current Research and Methodology
Location
East Baltimore
Term
1st Term
Department
Epidemiology
Credit(s)
1
Academic Year
2024 - 2025
Instruction Method
In-person
Tuesday, 12:00 - 1:20pm
Auditors Allowed
Yes, with instructor consent
Available to Undergraduate
Yes
Grading Restriction
Pass/Fail
Course Instructor(s)
Contact Name
Frequency Schedule
Every Year
Resources
Prerequisite
prior or concurrent enrollment in 340.751 and 340.731
Are you interested in gaining in-depth knowledge and discussing current literature in genetic epidemiology with faculty and your peers?
Genetics is everywhere, but what do all the methods mean and when do we use them?
Are you curious about ethical/social concerns in genetic epidemiology studies?
Emphasizes the importance of reading, understanding, and discussing literature. Presents scientific papers from the current literature in genetic epidemiology (students, postdoctoral fellows, and faculty). Provides students the opportunity to interact with faculty regularly. Reviews current topics and methodology in genetic epidemiology with current faculty and research leaders and practitioners.
Learning Objectives
Upon successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
- Critically evaluate scientific literature in genetic epidemiology
- Consider bio-ethical and social concerns in genetic epidemiology studies
- Critically examine current topics in genetic epidemiology that are not covered in traditional coursework
- Practice and improve presentation skills regarding big picture and key take-aways from genetic scientific papers
Methods of Assessment
This course is evaluated as follows:
- 100% Participation
Enrollment Restriction
Limited to Epidemiology Department degree-seeking students.