BIOL 431 Bioinformatics
This course introduces bioinformatics, its tools and analysis methods. Fundamental and current topics in bioinformatics, genomics, proteomics, metabolomics, transcriptomics, as well as epigenomics are presented. Furthermore, the course introduces R software and highlights the role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in bioinformatics, including genome analysis, predictive modeling, and protein structure prediction. Finally, the course also introduces students to current issues of bioethics, especially with regards to -omics data and individual privacy.
Distribution
(2,3,3)Offered
Fall