The Jackson Laboratory

Scope/Topic

Sep 23, 2008 - Sep 29, 2008 The Jackson Laboratory, Bar Harbor ME

This one-week course will cover computational and experimental approaches to geneticstudies that utilize whole genome approaches. Lectures and computer workshops are designed to accommodate students with a wide variety of backgrounds. Biologists seeking to gain a deeper understanding of statistical and computational methods as well as quantitative scientists desiring exposure to biological problems are welcome. Topics to be covered include genetic mapping, gene expression microarray analysis and computational modeling of complex systems.

Organizers

Sep 23, 2008 - Sep 29, 2008 The Jackson Laboratory, Bar Harbor ME

Gary Churchill ,Ph.D., The Jackson Laboratory

Speakers

Sep 23, 2008 - Sep 29, 2008 The Jackson Laboratory, Bar Harbor ME

Course Speakers Include:

Karl Broman, Ph.D., University of Wisconsin - Madison
Elissa Chesler, Ph.D., Oak Ridge National Lab
Gary Churchill, Ph.D., The Jackson Laboratory
Steve Horvath, Ph.D., DSc., University of California, Los Angeles
Ritsert Jansen, Ph.D., University of Groningen
Christina Kendziorski, Ph.D., University of Wisconsin
Saunak Sen, Ph.D., University of California, San Francisco
Randy Von Smith, Ph.D., The Jackson Laboratory
Brian Yandell, Ph.D., University of Wisconsin - Madison
Hongyu Zhao, Ph.D., Yale University

Schedule

Sep 23, 2008 - Sep 29, 2008 The Jackson Laboratory, Bar Harbor ME

Current Program (.pdf) subject to change

Registration

Sep 23, 2008 - Sep 29, 2008 The Jackson Laboratory, Bar Harbor ME

$1,500, $1200 students (requires proof of enrollment in an accredited degree program, or postdoc training, or medical internship.)

The registration fee includes course materials, meals, and lodging at Highseas Conference Center.

Placement is limited to 35 participants so early application is advised. Enrollment will be limited to applicants with a doctoral degree or near completion of a doctoral degree. Applications will be accepted for consideration until the course is full.

Application for admission is made by submitting via email (preferred), post or fax

-Application Cover Form (pdf file) If this file does not save your data digitally, fax a print-out to the number provided on the form.

-a brief curriculum vitae, 2 page maximum;

-a letter of recommendation from your mentor or supervisor (only required if you do not hold a doctoral degree).

Travel Scholarships may be available on a limited basis to help pre- and post-doctoral students with travel expenses. Gender and minority status will be considered. Scholarship requests must be accompanied by a letter of support from the applicant's advisor.

Applications by women, minorities, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged.

Accepted applicants will be provided with registration information  

Accommodations/Travel

Sep 23, 2008 - Sep 29, 2008 The Jackson Laboratory, Bar Harbor ME

Participants and some faculty reside together at Highseas Conference Center, a Georgian style mansion built in 1912. Highseas is perched on the cliffs overlooking the entrance to Frenchman Bay and surrounded by beautiful Acadia National Park. This is casual, dormitory-style housing, consisting of shared bedrooms and bathrooms. Wireless internet access is provided throughout the building. Laundry facilities are available on site.

Travel

Air

Bar Harbor is served by two airports:

• Hancock County/Bar Harbor Airport (BHB)
• Bangor Airport (BGR)

Bus

(seasonal, late May-early September)

• Vermont Transit

Car

Bar Harbor is approximately 6 hours by car from the greater Boston area.

Area information:

• Bar Harbor Chamber of Commerce
• Acadia National Park