340.872.41
Genetic Epidemiologic Seminars in Current Research and Methodology

Discontinued

Location
Internet
Term
3rd Term
Department
Epidemiology
Credit(s)
1
Academic Year
2023 - 2024
Instruction Method
Synchronous Online
Class Time(s)
Tuesday, 12:00 - 1:20pm
Auditors Allowed
No
Available to Undergraduate
Yes
Grading Restriction
Pass/Fail
Course Instructor(s)
Christine Ladd-Acosta
Contact Name
Christine Ladd-Acosta
Frequency Schedule
Every Year
Description
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:
  1. Critically evaluate scientific literature in genetic epidemiology
  2. Consider bio-ethical and social concerns in genetic epidemiology studies
  3. Critically examine current topics in genetic epidemiology that are not covered in traditional coursework
  4. 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:
  • 75% Participation
  • 25% Presentation(s)
Instructor Consent
Consent required for some students
Consent Note
Undergraduate students or students with no genetic background.
Consent Contact
claddac1@jhu.edu
Special Comments

This is the virtual/online section of a course also held onsite. You are responsible for the modality in which you register.