Genomics, Medicine, Epidemiology and Data Interpretation
Offered By: Simons Institute via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore a thought-provoking panel discussion featuring experts from various universities as they delve into the complex intersections of genomics, medicine, epidemiology, and data interpretation. Gain insights from Marzyeh Ghassemi, Joan Fujimura, Nancy Krieger, Sendhil Mullainathan, and Dorothy Roberts as they examine racial bias in non-internet data and its impact on healthcare and research. Discover how the tension between quantitative and qualitative data affects our understanding of racial disparities in medicine and public health. Learn about the challenges of interpreting genomic information and its implications for personalized medicine. Engage with critical perspectives on the role of data in shaping health policies and interventions. Enhance your understanding of the ethical considerations surrounding data collection and analysis in medical research and epidemiology.
Syllabus
Morning Session: Genomics, Medicine, Epidemiology and Data Interpretation
Taught by
Simons Institute
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