Annuaire département
Course Advanced Genomics
Responsables : François Roudier (PU, ENS Lyon), Marie Sémon (PU, ENS Lyon)
6 ECTS, about 36 hours
Language
English
SUMMARY
TOPICS
Content may vary according to years
COURSE ORGANISATION
Every day, 2 speakers will present two aspects of the same subject. Lectures will start by a broad introduction, and raise up to the most recent research developments. A particular attention will be given to the synergy between the presentations so that to enrich the discussion afterwards. A round table will take place at the end of the day, offering the students an opportunity to interact freely with these specialists of the field.
OBJECTIVES AND SKILLS
Note: Some of the objectives will be worked on more deeply depending on the exact list of topics covered this year.
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Introduction to current topics in functional and evolutionary genomics
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Learning how to grasp a new theme rapidely, and make links with other themes.
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Learn how to write a synthesis based on different presentation.
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Be critical on modelling and their results (statistics, possible bias and confunding effects etc)
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Ask questions in English, interact in a positive manner with speakers and fellow students. Work in groups and in a constructive manner, so that even shy student may express themselves.
PREREQUISITES
None. Companion course to the unit "practicals in NGS" but not compulsory
ASSESSMENT METHODS
Contrôle continu 40%; Contrôle terminal 60%
Oral student presentations and participation to the round table discussions as well as a final written exam.