Genetic Epidemiology

Aim

By the end of this course, researchers are able to design studies to investigate the role of genetic differences in the development of illnesses, and then to analyze data statistically to quantify this role. They are able to perform these analyses using dedicated software packages, and to interpret the results effectively.

Location & Organization

Organizer

AMC - Graduate School Amsterdam Medical Centre

Course Director

Dr. M.W.T. Tanck

Faculty / Teachers

Dep. of Clinical Epidemiology, Biostatistics and Bioinformatics (KEBB)

Location / venue

Amsterdam, AMC

Costs

No charge for registered AMC PhD students.

Timing & Workload

Duration Five meetings of three hours, spread over three weeks.
ECTS points 1.1
Frequency Once a year
 

Teaching methods used

Lectures and practical computer sessions.

Examination no

Criteria

Is the course taught in English? yes
Is documentation available? (book, syllabus)? yes
Is the course open for external researchers? no

More Information

http://www.amc.nl/index.cfm?pid=1239