Genomics has revolutionised medicine, providing information on a scale not previously available. Pathogen Genomics is part of this revolution and the applications of this technology have provided crucial information on pathogen discovery, new drug development, outbreak control and antibiotic resistance. This unit of study will introduce students to bacterial genomes, how they change and how that change can be measured. Students will learn how DNA is sequenced in the laboratory and develop analytical skills in bacterial genomics, using public databases and the University of Sydney's high-performance computing cluster. Students will experience the breadth and power of pathogen genomics and its wide applications within diagnostics and research. A combination of lectures and practicals will impart knowledge and understanding of a large number of applications used in genomics today. Case studies will enable students to perform genomic analysis on unknown samples and apply the technological knowledge gained from the unit to answer biological questions. This unit will provide students with a greater appreciation for the artistry of bacterial virulence and how understanding these mechanisms can inform overall general health outcomes for humans.
Unit details and rules
Academic unit | Genomic Medicine |
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Credit points | 6 |
Prerequisites
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None |
Corequisites
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None |
Prohibitions
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None |
Assumed knowledge
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Basic understanding of microbiology or medical microbiology and genetics. |
Available to study abroad and exchange students | No |
Teaching staff
Coordinator | Gabriella Scandurra, gabriella.scandurra@sydney.edu.au |
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