Changes
From Statistical Genetics Courses
==Course Instructors==
The instructors for the course are Heather Cordell (University of Newcastle), Andrew DeWan (Yale University), Suzanne Leal (The Rockefeller University & Columbia University), [http://www.fas.harvard.edu/~biophys/Shamil_Sunyaev.htm Shamil Sunyaev] (Harvard University) & Gao Wang (Columbia University). Judy Matuk (HRP Consulting Group) will lecture on ethics and the regulation of human subject research. A special guest lecture will be given by Jurg Ott (Rockefeller University).
The course is wheelchair accessible. All disabilities will be accommodated. Handicapped individuals are encouraged to apply.
Travel stipends of up to $1,000 each are available. Eligibility requirements are: (1) sufficient background and practical experience in statistical analysis of genetic data, and (2) demonstrated financial need. Preference for stipends will be given to pre-doctoral students and postdoctoral researchers. To apply for such a stipend, please attach a letter of request and enclose a letter of reference and proof of student or postdoctoral status.
Knowledge genetic association analysis, genetic epidemiology and/or statistical genetics are screening criteria for the selection of participants. Please describe your experience in detail in your application. It is helpful if you also enclose a copy of your CV. We may contact you personally to discuss your application. Although experience of using LINUX is not necessary it is highly beneficial to have basic knowledge of this operating system before the start of the course.
For additional information, please contact [mailto:montagk@rockefeller.edu?subject=Rockefeller%20Advanced%20Gene%20Mapping%20Course%202022 Katherine Montague]: <br />email: [mailto:montagk@rockefeller.edu montagk@rockefeller.edu] <br />
For additional information on the scientific program contact the course organizer [mailto:suzannemleal@gmail.com?subject=Rockefeller%20Advanced%20Gene%20Mapping%20Course%202022 Suzanne Leal]: <br />email: [mailto:suzannemleal@gmail.com suzannemleal@gmail.com] or [mailto:sml3@cumc.columbia.edu sml3@cumc.columbia.edu]
[http://statgen.us/files/2022/01/adv_gene_mapping_schedule_2022.pdf Click here for course schedule]
[http://statgen.us/files/2022/01/Application%20Advanced%20Gene%20Mapping%20Course%202022–%20New%20York.html Click here for the application form]
[http://statgen.us/files/2022/01/Rockefeller_advanced_course_flyer_2022.pdf Click here for course flyer] (please post and distribute)
