HNRS3081 Genomic Testing and Family Health History
Many companies are marketing genomic testing directly to the public, including testing to assess ancestry, physical ability, and predisposition to health conditions. Students will explore the claims made by companies offering such tests, the technology used by the companies, benefits and limitations of this testing, and the regulatory and ethical issues surrounding such tests. Students will also compare and contrast risk assessment based on genomic testing and family health history information.
This course will be interactive which will allow students to actively engage in the learning process. Regular in-class interactions between students and instructors will foster an environment that encourages expression of ideas. Students will work in small groups throughout the quarter. This course will also include numerous class discussions to help students gain greater knowledge of genetics and how genetics and genetic testing affects them and society.
Taught by Melanie Myers, PhD, CGC, Assistant Professor, CoM & Director, Genetic Counseling Graduate Program ([email protected]).
This course will be interactive which will allow students to actively engage in the learning process. Regular in-class interactions between students and instructors will foster an environment that encourages expression of ideas. Students will work in small groups throughout the quarter. This course will also include numerous class discussions to help students gain greater knowledge of genetics and how genetics and genetic testing affects them and society.
Taught by Melanie Myers, PhD, CGC, Assistant Professor, CoM & Director, Genetic Counseling Graduate Program ([email protected]).