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Genetics for Epidemiologists
Application of Human Genomics to Population Sciences

Northwestern University

Chicago
May 13-14, 2008

Overview

Genetics for Epidemiologists: Applications of Human Genomics to Population Sciences, is a short course for investigators and trainees in the field of epidemiology and related population-based sciences. It was conducted by the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) on May 13-14, 2008 at Northwestern University in Chicago. The goal of Genetics for Epidemiologists (GFE) is to familiarize epidemiologists and population-based researchers with recent developments in the theory and methods of human genetics that might be applied to the study of the distribution, natural history and etiology of diseases in populations.

The course consists of eight one-hour lectures and focuses on the interface between genetics and epidemiology. Emphasis is on the application of modern human genome analysis methodologies to studies of human populations through the design, conduct, analysis, and interpretation of studies which effectively answer the epidemiologic question of interest.

GFE is co-sponsored by the Office of Population Genomics, NHGRI, and the Department of Preventive Medicine at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine. These videocasts are provided as an educational tool for epidemiologic investigators interested in learning more about applying genomics to their work.

Course Overview and Objectives

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Genetics for Epidemiologists Lecture Videos and PowerPoint Slides Genetics for Epidemiologists Course Overview and Introduction The Biologic Basis for Analysis of Genetic Variants Thomas Pearson, M.D., Ph.D. Professor, University of Rochester School of Medicine Visiting Scientist, National Human Genome Research Institute Video Slides Measurement of Genetic Exposure Teri Manolio, M.D., Ph.D. Director, Office of Population Genomics National Human Genome Research Institute Video Slides Study Designs: Family-Based Studies Thomas Pearson, M.D., Ph.D. Professor, University of Rochester School of Medicine Visiting Scientist, National Human Genome Research Institute Video Slides Study Designs: Genetic Association Studies Teri Manolio, M.D., Ph.D. Director, Office of Population Genomics National Human Genome Research Institute Video Slides Analysis of Genetic Association Studies Teri Manolio, M.D., Ph.D. Director, Office of Population Genomics National Human Genome Research Institute Video Slides Bias in Human Genomic Studies Thomas Pearson, M.D., Ph.D. Professor, University of Rochester School of Medicine Visiting Scientist, National Human Genome Research Institute Video Slides Replication and Functional Studies Teri Manolio, M.D., Ph.D. Director, Office of Population Genomics National Human Genome Research Institute Video Slides Applications of Genetic Tools to Clinical and Translational Research Thomas Pearson, M.D., Ph.D. Professor, University of Rochester School of Medicine Visiting Scientist, National Human Genome Research Institute Video Slides

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Last Updated: June 6, 2008