Epigenetics
Overview
- Why could the environmental condition affect our health status?
- Why do some tumors respond to therapy while others don't?
- Why hereditary DM occur in old ages?
- Why mother nutrition affect her baby health?
- Why aspirin can protect from some cancers?
All these questions can be answered with a clear understanding of Epigenetics which will be discussed in this lecture.
This Activity for
What I will learn?
1- Discuss the molecular basis and mechanisms of epigenetics.
2- Explain Specific epigenetic processes such as: Paramutation, imprinting, Gene silencing, X chromosome inactivation...etc
3- Explain how epigenetics affect and regulate gene expression
4- Genetic and epigenetic interplay towards cancer.
5- Epigenetic and chronic diseases.
6- Inheritance of epigenetic marks.
7- Discuss the use of epigenetics as a way to avoid genetic disease.
About Organizer
- Virtual Medical Academy
Additional items to the activity
| Optional Details | Type | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Epigenetics Certificate | Certificate | Free |