Course Description
Gut microbiome research has expanded exponentially in recent years, with rapidly accumulating implications for understanding host-microbial relationships and what constitutes health and disease. As such, the field is highly relevant to both basic science and medical careers. However, the interdisciplinary nature of the microbiome--as well as advances in sequencing technology and analytical methods--requires that scientists collaborate to achieve a firm grasp of methodological principles, analyze large data sets, and evaluate the results judiciously. In this course we will work together to analyze and compare data from human, clinical, and comparative/wildlife studies to synthesize a holistic understanding of the relationship between mammals and their gut microbes, communicate current knowledge with the general public, and identify lifestyle practices to leverage the gut microbiome for optimal health.
Spring 2025
Instructors
Meeting Patterns
Classes Start:
January 6, 2025
Classes End:
April 22, 2025
Location:
00206 Marye Anne Fox Science
Class Days:
W
Class Start Time:
10:15am
Class End Time:
1:00pm
Class Type:
Laboratory
Credits:
0.00
Restrictions:
Prerequisite: Junior or Senior standing and completion of BIO181
