EPIGENETICS
Introductory course in epigenetics - the layer of chemical information that sits on top of the genome - that switch genes 'on' or 'off'. Will introduce how the epigenome, in collaboration with the genome, controls versatile biological processes and cell fates. Will also cover the latest advances of how humans can control their own epigenetic destiny by lifestyle, diet, and other environmental factors.
Prerequisites & course information
Requisites: GENETICS 466 or 467 Course Designation: Grad 50% - Counts toward 50% graduate coursework requirement Repeatable for Credit: No Last Taught: Fall 2026 Learning Outcomes: 1. Recognize and summarize the difference between genetics and epigenetics. Audience: Both Grad & Undergrad 2. Apply the basic knowledge of epigenetic mechanism and illustrate how their misregulations cause abnormal development and diseases. Audience: Both Grad & Undergrad 3. Critically review and discuss epigenetic literature. Audience: Both Grad & Undergrad 4. Design epigenetic experiments and interpret the results of those experiments. Audience: Both Grad & Undergrad 5. Demonstrate the ability to clearly communicate epigenetic research in both oral and written formats Audience: Graduate Learning Outcomes: 1. Recognize and summarize the difference between genetics and epigenetics. Audience: Both Grad & Undergrad 2. Apply the basic knowledge of epigenetic mechanism and illustrate how their misregulations cause abnormal development and diseases. Audience: Both Grad & Undergrad 3. Critically review and discuss epigenetic literature. Audience: Both Grad & Undergrad 4. Design epigenetic experiments and interpret the results of those experiments. Audience: Both Grad & Undergrad 5. Demonstrate the ability to clearly communicate epigenetic research in both oral and written formats Audience: Graduate
Sources
- Course catalogue ↗2026-2027