Molecular Diagnostics and Bioinformatics

Harvard HMS

Introduction to molecular diagnostic methods in medicine and relevant bioinformatics methods. Discussion of principles of molecular testing for diagnosis of somatic and germline diseases using FISH, genotyping, array CGH, next generation sequencing, and other technologies. Case conferences emphasize clinical correlation and integration of information from multiple diagnostic tests. Lectures, problem sets, and laboratory sessions will introduce key concepts in biological sequence analysis and…