BIOMG 4800

Genome Evolution

Course Description

Course information provided by the 2026-2027 Catalog.

This course will describe how genes and genomes are organized and evolve across the tree of life. It will provide a detailed overview of the molecular mechanisms underlying the evolution of genomes and fostering the emergence of genetic novelties across timescales. Emphasis will be placed on how technological and methodological advances to decipher the content and activity of genomes have led to paradigm changes in the field. The course will integrate formal lectures with student-led presentations and critical discussions of selected literature.

Prerequisites BIOMG 2800.

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Learning Outcomes

• Acquire fundamental knowledge, both conceptual and methodological, about genome evolution.
• Identify, access, and evaluate scientific literature relevant to a specific concept or problem.
• Critically evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of a research article, including biases in research design, implementation or interpretation.
• Design and deliver an effective oral scientific presentation with accuracy, clarity, timeliness, and critical insights.

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