Senior Capstone Seminar: Nutritional Epigenetics

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This seminar will cover emerging topics in nutritional epigenetics: the mechanisms by which nutrients regulate gene expression. Emphasis will be placed on genes regulated by essential dietary compounds (e.g. carbohydrates, lipids, vitamins and minerals) within the context of conditions such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes and cancer. Students will analyze and present scientific literature and write a grant proposal.