Date(s): 05/02/2008 to 05/02/2008
Time: 8:30am to 3:30pm

Description:
Join us for SCBC’s continuing series focusing on innovations in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industry. “An Introduction to Epigenetics” highlights the study of the transmission of gene expression patterns during development and in response to environmental factors. Learn the terminology, methodology, and applications of epigenetics in this one-day workshop including seminar, discussion, and problem-solving activities especially designed for community college instructors and/or industry workers.

Register online at http://www.acteva.com/booking.cfm?bevaid=156389
Pre-registration by April 25, $85
San Diego Miramar College on-site registration, $125


Course Learning Objectives/Outcomes: Upon successful completion of this course, learners will demonstrate the ability to:
* Define terms genomes v. epigenomes
* Summarize and diagram the key components in chromatin modification*
* Contrast types of epigenetic modification*
* Categorize applications of epigenetics in developmental biology and oncology*
(*Objectives requiring Critical Thinking skills)

Location:

San Diego Miramar College 10440 Black Mountain Road San Diego, California

Contact Information:
For more information, contact Sandra Slivka sslivka@sdccd.edu


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