Courses in collaboration with the  European Genetics Foundation
The European Society of Human Genetics (ESHG) has developed a partnership with the European Genetics Foundation (EGF), a non-profit organization dedicated to advanced training in human genetics and preventive medicine in Europe and to the public understanding of genetics. The EGF, with its headquarters in Bologna (Italy), organizes courses in the charming venues of Bertinoro and Bologna (Italy).
Courses in human genetics offered by the EGF began in 1988 with the first course in Medical Genetics of the European School of Genetic Medicine. Courses include:
  • Medical Genetics
    It is a week-long post-graduate level course intended for both researchers and clinicians seeking an up-to-date overview of the field of medical genetics today.
     
  • Cancer Genetics 
    This course covers the field from pathophysiology to molecular genetics through genetic counselling and applications in the clinic.
     
  • Genetic Counselling in Practice 
    This course is intended for paramedical professionals (genetic nurses, genetic counsellors) or other health care professionals (primary care physicians, genetic laboratory personnel) seeking to familiarize themselves with the indications for and process of genetic counselling.
     
  • Developmental Biology and Dysmorphology
    A post-graduate level program directed primarily at clinical geneticists, paediatricians, neonatologists.
     
  • Molecular Cytogenetics
    It is a post-graduate course intended for both cytogeneticists and clinicians involved in the evaluation of patients for constitutional or acquired chromosomal rearrangements.
     
  • Thalassemia
    This course deals with all aspects of hemoglobinopathy prevention, diagnosis and treatment.
     
  • Bioinformatics for Molecular Biologists 
    The course offers a comprehensive view onto contemporary, frequently used approaches in bioinformatics for the interpretation of biological data. Lectures and workshops address key topics in bioinformatics relevant for the lab scientist.
     
  •  Statistical Genetic Analysis of Complex Phenotypes
    The course is intended for researchers directly involved in the statistical analysis of complex traits and disorders, and will primarily address the methods and applications of genetic association and linkage studies. It will consist of general lectures followed by hands-on computer-based workshops and more research-oriented seminars.
     
  • Comparative and Functional Genomics
    It provides the key to functional analyse genes and their interaction which leads towards a better understanding of data from the Human Genome Project.
Spring Courses 2008 - European School for Genetic Medicine

"SAFE Practical Workshop on Non-Invasive Prenatal Diagnosis"
February 24-25, 2008, Bologna, Italy

8th Course in "Bioinformatics & Systems Biology for Molecular Biologists"
March 16-20, 2008, Bertinoro, Italy

21st Course in "Medical Genetics"
May 4-10, 2008, Bertinoro, Italy

Course in "Developmental Biology & Clinical Dysmorphology"
May 12-15, 2008,  Bologna, Italy

1st Course in "Cardiogenesis and Congenital Cardiopathies: From Developmental Models to Clinical Applications"
June 7-10, 2008, Bologna, Italy

4th Course in "Statistical Genetic Analysis of Complex Phenotypes"
June 21-24, 2008, Bertinoro, Italy

 

For programmes, updates and registration about the next ESGM Courses, please visit the EGF website (see the "Courses" section) or click on the course title.

European Genetics Foundation
via S.Vitale 40/3/d - 40125 Bologna, Italy
Tel. +39.(0)51.306171
Fax. +39.(0)51.6364004
www.eurogene.org 
Email: courses@eurogene.org

 
ESHG Fellowship Holders of 2007 Courses
Medical Genetics
  • Francesca Maio (Italy)
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  • Lusine Nazaryan (Armenia)
  • Anan Yunis (Israel)

Developing Advanced Counselling Skills in Genetics

  • Isabella Borg (Malta)

Statistical Genetic Analysis of Complex Phenotypes

  • Vincenzo De Luca (Canada)
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  • Inna Inashkina (Latvia)
  • Tilman Klassert (Spain)
  • Marcelo Rizzatti Luizon (Brazil)
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  • Jurgita Šventoraitytė (Lithuania)

Molecular Cytogenetics & DNA Microarrays

  • Leticia Khater Covesi (Brazil)
  • Eugenia Gourgouveli (Greece)
  • Cristian Bogdan Iancu (Romania)
  • Can Kilinçarslan (Turkey)
  • Joana Maria Martins Ribeiro (Portugal)

Genetic Counselling in Practice
  • Cristiana Bravi (Italy)
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  • Teresa Ocaña (Spain)
  • Kinga Rozsnyai (Romania)
Other Courses

Second European Course in Clinical Dysmorphology "What I know Best"
Rome, Italy, March 28-29, 2008
More Information

3rd Goldrain Course in Clinical Genetics
Goldrain Castle, Italy, August 31 - September 3, 2008
More Information

 
Video Streamings of Past EGF Courses
19th course in Medical Genetics
 
Interviews with Faculty: Interviews with Students:

 

3rd course in Thalassemia

Interviews with Faculty: Interviews with Students:
 

7th Course in Genetic Counselling in Practice

Interviews with Faculty: Interviews with students:
Interview with a special participant
(Prof. S. Temtamy)
 

“Genetic Counselling in Practice” (8th edition)
 
Video 1 – Heather Skirton

Video 2 - Aad Tibben

Video 3 - Domenico Coviello		  

Please take a look at a free example of an on-demand streaming lecture: please click here for watching one of the lectures of the 19th course in Medical Genetics.

Installation of Real Player is required in order to view these videos. Please download it for free at www.real.com.

 

Updated January 14, 2008

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