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University
of Michigan
Training
Program in Genomic Science
The field of genomics is
growing rapidly. As it does, many organizations are coming to realize the
shortage of individuals trained in statistical and computational genetics. By
participating in the University of Michigan Training Program in Genomic Science,
students stand to place themselves at the top of an extremely select list of
qualified candidates for future professional positions.
Combining the talents and
insights of graduate students from numerous disciplines - including biology,
genetics, mathematics, statistics and computing - the program has built a
specialized, experienced intellectual community thats pioneering statistical
and mathematical methods for genomic studies and developing innovative
quantitative approaches to the genetics of human health and disease.
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Training Program in Genomic Science has roles for graduate students with
degrees in: |
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Anthropology
Biostatistics
Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
Epidemiology
Human Genetics |
Mathematics
Microbiology
Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology
Statistics |
The University of Michigan
training program presents an opportunity for students to learn while making
real, tangible contributions through participation in small, focused,
multidisciplinary teams. The work, which includes genome mapping and sequencing,
and the identification of human genes, aims to discover connections between
patterns of gene expression and human health.
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interests of Genomic Sciences faculty and students include: |
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Animal Models
for Human Disease
Anthropological Genetics
Behavioral and Neuropsychiatric Genetics
Bioinformatics
Computational Methods and Algorithms
Complex Diseases
Data Modeling |
Genetic
Epidemiology
Gene Mapping and Linkage Analysis
Life History and Aging
Markov Processes and Applications
Population and Evolutionary Genetics
Research Design |
A grant from the National
Human Genome Research Institute of the National Institutes of Health provides
financial support to graduate students and post-doctoral fellows who participate
in the training program. That support covers tuition, a stipend, health care,
and professional travel. Summer internships are available for interested
undergraduates through the University of Michigan Summer Research Opportunity
Program.
A highly respected
research institution, the University of Michigan ranks second in federal
research funding and is consistently rated one of the best public universities
by the U.S. News and World Report. Situated in Ann Arbor - a lively and
culture-rich community - the university attracts outstanding professors and
graduate students from around the world.
For more information on
degree programs or financial support, visit our Web site at http://www.sph.umich.edu/statgen
or contact Michael Boehnke, PhD, Department of Biostatistics or Jeffrey
Long, PhD, Department of Human Genetics at (734) 647-3944.
The University of Michigan
is an equal opportunity employer committed to maintaining equality of access to
its faculty, staff and training programs.
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