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Overview
The Infectious Disease 'Omics course offered by London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine covers transcriptomic and proteomic analysis in human and pathogen settings.
What you will study
- Infectious diseases, such as HIV-AIDS, malaria, pneumonia and tuberculosis, account for 25% of global mortality and more than half of all deaths in children under the age of five years.
- The genetic epidemiology of these diseases can be complex, especially as they may involve several genomes, including the host, pathogen(s) and a vector.
- There is also a need to look beyond the genome to consider other ‘omes, such as the transcriptome, in a more systems biology framework.
- High profile examples, including malaria, TB and MRSA, will be used to illustrate the concepts, and there is a strong emphasis on how to implement the methods in practice, with the majority of sessions computer-based.
Programme Structure
The program focuses on:
- Genomic variation and technologies, data visualisation and quality control
- Mapping to a reference pathogen genome and variant detection
- Transcriptomics and RNA-seq
- Assembly of pathogen genomes
- Phylogenetic analysis and detection of genic selection
- Exploring Host-pathogen interactions
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 4 days
- Part-time
- 4 days
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApplication deadline not specified.
Language
English
Delivered
On Campus, Online
Campus Location
- London, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Epidemiology Immunology View 13 other Short Courses in Epidemiology in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- Participants would be expected have some familiarity with molecular biology, and relevant statistical concepts such as a linear regression.
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents625 GBP / full≈ 625 GBP / full -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents625 GBP / full≈ 625 GBP / full
Living costs
London
United Kingdom
1137 - 2157 GBP / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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