Workshop for Clinical Investigators on the Genetics of Complex Disorders
Sponsored by the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation
October 5-7
Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard
Cambridge, MA
Recent advances in genetics offer new insights into diseases and have the potential to
reshape the clinical landscape. Yet, translating these discoveries into clinical
applications remains a major challenge and requires the participation and leadership of individuals and teams involved in patient-centered research.
The aim of the course is to enhance
trainees' understanding of current genetics methodologies used to study complex disorders
with an emphasis on clinical translation.
And thanks to the generous support of the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation, registration for this course is FREE and all enrolled will receive a stipend for travel expenses.
About the Course
This three-day course, for a select 20 participants, includes a mix of lectures, symposia, computer workshops, and
clinical vignettes designed to highlight genetics applications in the study and treatment
of common medical conditions. The general course outline includes an introduction to
human genetic variation, the tools used in genomic analysis, the clinical translation of
genetic associations, and the broader social implications of human genomics.
Participating faculty work on the interface of genetics and medicine and come from
Harvard University, Massachusetts General Hospital, Brigham and Women's Hospital, the
Broad Institute and other distinguished institutions.
The Application
Applicants must hold an advanced degree or be in enrolled in a doctoral program. Direct involvement in patient-centered research with current or planned projects in the genetics of complex disorders will be viewed most favorably. Women and members of underrepresented ethnic minority groups are encouraged to apply.
Please have the following ready for upload in pdf or Word doc format:
1. Your cv
2. A short personal statement explaining how this experience will enhance your training
3. A letter of recommendation from a mentor or program director
Applications will continue to be accepted until all 20 slots are filled.
A review committee will evaluate applications based on the strength of the applicant, level of mentorship and perceived career benefit.
Organized by
David Altshuler,
Paul de Bakker, and
Jose C. Florez
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