Clinical genomics in veterinary medicine

About this programme

The aim of the course is to give knowledge about the composition and function of the genomes of domestic animals, as well as the role of genetic and epigenetic factors in development of disease, malformations and developmental disorders. 60 credits Veterinary Medicine or Animal Science or Biology or Medicine or Biomedicine or Biotechnology or Veterinary Nursing. 4.5 credits genetics. Exemption granted from the general entry requirement of Swedish. The grade requirements within the course grading system are set out in specific criteria. These criteria must be available by the course start at the latest. 60 credits Veterinary Medicine or Animal Science or Biology or Medicine or Biomedicine or Biotechnology or Veterinary Nursing. 4.5 credits genetics. Exemption granted from the general entry requirement of Swedish. The aim of the course is to give knowledge about the composition and function of the genomes of domestic animals, as well as the role of genetic and epigenetic factors in development of disease, malformations and developmental disorders. Subject-related content The course covers the structure of genes and genomes, chromatin organization, regulation of gene expression, and various types of mutations and chromosomal alterations. Methods for identifying genetic and epigenetic risk factors and diagnosing them, including clinical sequencing are included. The course provides an overview of current molecular medical techniques and their applications. The course also addresses cloning, transgenic animal models, and advanced genetic modification methods, including CRISP