For example, the Center for Human Genetics at the School of Medicine is accredited by the American Board of Medical Genetics for postdoctoral training and board certification for PhDs in human genetics in the specialties of clinical genetics, clinical cytogenetics, and clinical molecular genetics. These certifications lead to careers in academe, genetics research, diagnostic laboratories, and industry. Students in the Human Genetics program who enter with a bachelor's degree may choose from new courses in human genetics. The intent of these courses is to provide a firm foundation in molecular biology, molecular genetics, and biostatistics. The basic principles and research methods of human genetics, including the study of genes at the molecular, chromosomal, organismal, and population levels.
Emphasis is on classical genetic examples of human disease.
Applications of the technology in gene identification, genetic testing, and forensic science are presented. MED HG 781 or consent of the instructor. Explores strategies for gene mapping, sequencing and cloning, and includes detailed consideration of genetic and physical mapping, aspects of immunogenetics, and the basic principles that underpin the development of gene therapy. Key additional aspects covered include gene organization and expression, genetic recombination, mutation, genotype and phenotype association, cytogenetics, genetic epidemiology, advanced topics in human genetics, forensic genetics, evolutionary genetics, the biochemical basis of genetic disease, and the basics of DNA diagnostics. 8 cr, 1st and 2nd sem.