Past, Present, and Future of the Human Genome

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This course covers the history of human genetics including the eugenics movement in America, the discovery of the genetic material, and sequencing of the human genome. We then explore current research on personal genomics, ancient humanoid DNA, epigenetics, genetics of human behavior, and advances in human genome engineering. Finally, we explore the implications of humans being the first species on earth that can direct its own evolution.