Family-based Genetic Analysis [GE05]

Course Content
Theoretical background and practical issues in model-free linkage studies of complex genetic traits, qualitative outcomes and quantitative (continuous) traits, inclusion of covariates, extreme sampling, and the generalization of methods based on sibling pairs to other pedigree structures

Learning objectives, training objectives
Gain insight in the theoretical background and practical issues in sib-pair studies of complex genetic traits

Target Audience
Epidemiologists, geneticists, biostatisticians, investigators/physicians involved in clinical and pharmacological research

Qualifications
Basic understanding of genetic epidemiology (level ESP29) and statistics (regression analysis and maximum likelihood estimation), familiarity with PC-compatible computers

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