Genome sequencing and analyses have transformed biology over the past two decades. This course provides a hands-on introduction to the world of computational biology and bioinformatics. Students will apply state-of-the-art techniques to analyze genome and microbiome data from the UC Berkeley campus fox squirrels and local California ground squirrels each week. Students will master practical bioinformatics skills and then take on their own scientific research projects, all using genomic data collected specifically for this course. We will also explore key advances in the field of genomics over the past two decades of both humans and non-model organisms that have driven the current revolution in genome sciences.

To request an open seat that is reserved for Enrollment Permission Only (listed at https://classes.berkeley.edu), complete this form, which will open May 10: https://forms.gle/6Sg8G8mVoTYEUkTw8

Repeat Rules

Course is not repeatable for credit.