Forensic DNA Analysis
Co-Sponsors:
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BioPharmaceutical Technology Center Institute (BTCI)
Genetic Identity Team, Promega Corporation
Dates
June 21-25, 2010
Cost and Requirements
This practical course is for undergraduates (2 and 4-year) as well as high school seniors who want to gain valuable laboratory experience in the processing of human samples for forensic DNA analysis.
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$750 - College/university faculty, industry, laboratory professionals
$500 - High school teachers, Graduate students, post-doctoral candidates
$400 - High school seniors and college undergraduates
The course fee covers course materials, lab supplies, breakfast and lunch. Participants are responsible for their own lodging, transportation and dinner arrangements; a list of recommended hotels and restaurants will be provided.
NOTE: The course may be taken for two credits through an arrangement with Madison Area Technical College (MATC). The cost of these credits is separate from -- and in addition to -- course fees paid to the BTC Institute. For more information regarding this option, please contact Jeanette Mowery at MATC. (E-mail: jmowery@matcmadison.edu)
This course may also be taken for up to 3 credits at Edgewood College ($150 per cerdit). The cost of these credits is separate from and in addition to the course fees paid to the BTC Institute. Those interested in receiving credits from Edgewood can register when they arrive at the BTC Institute for class.
Content
Goals and Objectives:
DNA analysis is an important and powerful tool for forensic scientists. This course offers students an intensive, week-long opportunity to explore this topic in depth. Through lectures and lab work, participants will gain an understanding of the techniques involved in performing DNA-based forensic human identification.
Topics Include:
- DNA extraction from biological samples
- Quantification methods for DNA
- Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) basics and gel electrophoresis
- Multiplexed short tandem repeat (STR) amplification and fluorescence detection using capillary electrophoresis
- Analysis of STR profiles and fundamentals of interpretation of results for these assays
Additionally, we will see how DNA analysis integrates with the justice system and cover other topics of interest in forensics.
Schedule:
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. daily.
Instructors
- Ryan Olson, B.S., Education Specialist, BTCI
- Melissa Schwandt, Ph.D., Genetic Identity Technical Services Scientist, Promega Corporation
- Amy Prevost, M.S., Scientific Courses Coordinator, BTCI
Cancellation
- If you have registered for a workshop but cannot attend, you may transfer the registration to a colleague within your organization, or you may transfer to another scheduled workshop within 12 months of the original. There is no charge for transfers.
- For cancellations made more than two weeks before the start of the workshop, you will be refunded the tuition fee minus a 5% fee.
- For cancellations made within the two weeks prior to the workshop start date, half the tuition will be refunded.
- No refunds will be made for non-attendance or withdrawals after the start of each workshop.
Note: BTCI may cancel or postpone any workshop due to unforeseen circumstances. If this occurs, we will provide full tuition reimbursement. We are not responsible for any related costs, charges, or expenses including imposed penalties by airlines, hotels, or travel agents.
For More Information
Registration Qs:
Dr. Karin Borgh
Executive Director
BTCI
608-277-2508
FAX: 608-273-6992
E-mail: karin.borgh@btci.org
Course Content Qs:
Ryan Olson, B.S.
BTCI
608-298-4667
FAX: 608-273-6992
E-mail: ryan.olson@btci.org