Population Genetics - The Basics

Population genetics seeks to understand how the genetic composition of populations changes as they evolve. The course will cover the fundamental evolutionary processes, and especially, selection. Random drift and the coalescent will be covered more fully in "Applications of Stochastic Processes", which requires somewhat more mathematics. Lectures will be accompanied by simulation exercises.

Target group: The course is aimed at both biology and DSSC tracks.

Prerequisites: Basic mathematical and computational ability, some knowledge of evolution would be helpful (e.g. Intro to Evolution, or equivalent).

Evaluation: Homework (no exam)

Teaching format: Lectures (possibly online/hybrid), problems classes (in person)

ECTS: 3 Year: 2024

Track segment(s):
Elective

Teacher(s):
Nicholas Barton

Teaching assistant(s):
Filip Ruzicka