Evaluation of Epidemiological Studies

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The goal of this advanced course in epidemiology is to provide students with the ability to evaluate a body of evidence on key public health issues. To achieve this goal, students will apply their knowledge of study design and analytic approaches used in epidemiology to critically evaluate the strengths and limitations of the methods reported in the scientific literature. The course will provide skills in conducting systematic literature reviews and meta-analyses. By reviewing the epidemiologic literature on key topics in public health, students will be able to (1) evaluate issues impacting the internal and external validity of the evidence presented in these studies; and (2) apply the knowledge and skills gained in the course to develop and write empirical papers and systematic reviews as well as grants and research proposals.