BIO A 483 A: Human Genetics, Disease, and Culture

Winter 2023
Meeting:
MW 12:00pm - 1:50pm / DEN 410
SLN:
11332
Section Type:
Lecture
Catalog Description:
Considers how genetic and environmental variation influence phenotypes. Heritability and molecular genetic evidence are considered. The influences of contemporary social and environmental contexts, recent history, and evolutionary history on population differences in phenotypes are explored. Examines topics such as race, genetic ancestry, epigenetics, twin studies, ancient DNA, personal genomics, and prenatal genetic selection/engineering. Prerequisite: either BIO A 348, BIO A 351, BIO A 355/BIOL 385, BIO A 372, BIO A 382, or BIO A 482.
GE Requirements Met:
Diversity (DIV)
Natural Sciences (NSc)
Credits:
5.0
Status:
Active
Last updated:
December 2, 2024 - 5:19 am