BMS-561: Applied Genetics

This course focuses on training students to interpret patterns of inheritance and analyze genetic variation relevant to human disease. This involves distinguishing inheritance patterns using pedigree analysis, predicting outcomes of genetic crosses, and analyzing SNPs and chromosomal abnormalities in relation to specific disorders. Students will evaluate different genetic screening methods and critically assess the ethical implications associated with genetic testing. This includes comparing techniques, assessing clinical utility and limitations of various tests, and articulating potential ethical dilemmas such as informed consent or genetic discrimination. The course emphasizes the ability to apply genetic principles to case-based scenarios within the scope of precision medicine, interpreting data on gene-drug interactions, correlating genotype with phenotype in complex disorders, and constructing clinical case summaries integrating genetic information for decision-making. This course aligns with program outcomes in understanding core concepts, evaluating and solving problems, and interpreting ethical principles and regulations.