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    Agricultural & Life Sciences
    UNIVERSITY of WISCONSIN-MADISON UW-MADISON

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    Genetics in a Modern World Certificate

    Genetics in a Modern World Certificate

    The genetics in a modern world certificate is open to all UW–Madison students. This certificate explores the relationship between modern genetics, research, and society.

    In this 12-credit certificate program you will:

    • Gain an understanding of basic genetics knowledge and scientific methodologies and apply them to current topics in genetics and genomics
    • Analyze how genetics research has influenced society and everyday life and how society shapes the direction of genetics research
    • Explore the interactions between genetics and genomics research and the life sciences, humanities, and social sciences to address questions related to ethics, history, social science, and public policy
    • Understand how genetics knowledge provides a strong foundation for careers in healthcare, research, biotechnology, environmental science, and public policy
    • Investigate topics such as:
      • Genetic engineering and the creation of genetically modified organisms (GMOs)
      • The role of the human microbiome in health
      • Advancements in personalized medicine, cloning and gene-editing technologies such as CRISPR
      • The genetic underpinnings of aging, cancer, sleep, diet, and disease

    What can CALS offer you?

    CALS students are curious to discover how our living world works and are passionate about using science to improve it.

    Our programs span five areas of study and encourage students to pursue their passions in the classroom and beyond. Learn more about how our students are set up for success:

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    Your CALS Experience

    Learn through hands-on opportunities

    Opportunities to apply classroom learning to the biotech industry are abundant as Madison is one of the fastest growing biotech centers (Wisconsin Biohealth Tech Hub) in the nation. With this certificate students may be strong candidates for available internships.

    Get Involved. Find your people.

    Explore a few of the genetics-related student organizations at UW–Madison:

    Gain research experience

    Students pursuing the certificate can get involved in campus research mentored by renown geneticists who are leaders in their field. Many opportunities exist to gain hands-on expertise with a wide variety of organisms including plants, humans, animals, fungi and bacteria.

    Advisor & Contact Information

    Advisors can answer your questions, help you create a degree plan that meets your personal and professional goals, and connect you to resources across the UW–Madison campus.

    Incoming students should reach out to CALS Academic Affairs Team to direct your questions. Current UW–Madison students should schedule with their assigned advisor using Starfish.

    CALS Academic Affairs

    116 Agricultural Hall
    1450 Linden Dr., Madison, WI 53706

    academicaffairs@cals.wisc.edu
    (608) 262-3003

    Genetics and Genomics Advising

    1420 Genetics/Biotechnology Center
    425-G Henry Mall, Madison, WI 53706

    (608) 262-1069

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