GENETICS, DEVELOPMENT AND DISEASE
Course Description
CMB 708 Genetics, Development and Disease (3 credit hours): This project-based component will include studies in DNA repair mechanisms, the basis of selected genetic diseases and pedigree development, study of DNA mutations and treatment options for DNA-based diseases. Students will also explore how alteration of certain metabolic pathways relate to the development and progression of some human diseases. These projects will include the examination of regulations and ethics surrounding treatment and prevention of genetic diseases. Further, students will develop research, writing and presentation skills necessary for the workforce.
Course Information
| Topic | Dates* | Instructor |
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IV. 1. Autosomal Dominant and Recessive Inheritance
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Dates*: Week 1
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Instructor: Hennington |
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IV. 2. Sex Linked Modes of Inheritance
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Dates*: Week 2
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Instructor: Hennington |
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IV. 3. Clinical Cytogenetics and Disease
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Dates*: Week 3
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Instructor: Hennington |
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IV. 4. Immunogenetics and Disease
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Dates*: Week 4
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Instructor: Syed |
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IV. 5. Genetic Basis of Development
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Dates*: Week 5
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Instructor: Syed |
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IV. 6. Epigenetics and Nontraditional Modes of Inheritance
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Dates*: Week 6
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Instructor: Hennington |
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IV. 7. Genetic Variation
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Dates*: Week 7
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Instructor: Hennington |
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IV. 8. Multifactorial Inheritance and Common Disease
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Dates*: Week 8
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Instructor: Hennington |
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IV. 9. Genetic Testing and Gene Therapy
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Dates*: Week 9
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Instructor: Syed |
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IV. 10. Genetics and Precision Medicine
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Dates*: Week 10
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Instructor: Syed |
Quizzes: 15%
Projects (2): 30% (Rubrics will be used to grade each project)
Written Paper (1): 20%
Case Studies (4): 30% (Rubrics will be used to grade each case study)
Attendance: 5%
Students must maintain a 3.0/4.0 average in the Certificate Program.
Genetics, Development and Disease
Admission Requirements
- Completed application
- Bachelor’s degree
- Minimum 2.0 GPA
- Official transcripts
- TOEFL exam (if required)
