Molecular Theory, Data & Application in the Animal Sciences (ANIM7241)
Course level
Postgraduate Coursework
Faculty
School
Agriculture Food Sustainablty
Units
2
Duration
One Semester
Class hours
Lecture 3 Hours/ Week
Practical 3 Hours/ Week
Incompatible
ANIM3061, ANIM7014
Recommended prerequisite
ANIM7240
Assessment methods
Take Home Assignment
Essay
Presentation
Final Examination
Course enquiries
Dr Nick Hudson (n.hudson@uq.edu.au)
Current course offerings
Course offerings | Location | Mode | Course Profile |
Semester 2, 2024 (22/07/2024 - 18/11/2024) | Gatton | In Person | Profile unavailable |
Semester 2, 2024 (22/07/2024 - 18/11/2024) | External | External | Profile unavailable |
Please Note: Course profiles marked as not available may still be in development.
Course description
`Nutrigenomics' is the term used to describe the interface between the nutritional environment and genomic processes. The course provides a molecular understanding of how nutrients and bioactives affect productivity and health by altering patterns of gene expression. It also explores how genetic predisposition may influence the way an individual processes nutrients, opening up the possibility for personalised nutrition. A range of species will be used to illustrate the principles. Methods and data from a number of post-genomic technologies, including microarray gene expression platforms, SNP genotyping and mass spectrometry-based metabolomics will be explored.