You are invited to join us on Thursday, April 1, 2021, 10 – 11 AM, for an intriguing seminar by Daryl Domman, PhD – Associate Professor, UNM Department of Internal Medicine, Center for Global Health.
Topic: Genomic Epidemiology of SARS-CoV-2
This will be a virtual seminar hosted via Zoom. Please register in advance here: https://hsc-unm.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIkdeqpqTssHNatniq45xUo3_vXIKpsEPQK
Background: The use of pathogen genomic data is rapidly transforming the fields of infectious disease, public health, and epidemiology. The current global sequencing efforts for SARS-CoV-2 have demonstrated, in real-time, the importance of this data for public health. Whole genome data offers the highest resolution possible in which to understand the evolution and transmission dynamics of SARS-CoV-2 and other pathogens.
By completion of the brief presentation and discussion, each participant should be able to address:
- Why is sequencing helpful for SARS-CoV-2?
- How and why does the virus mutate?
- What’s the current state of sequencing for SARS-CoV-2?
- What are variants and what are their possible implications?
The University of New Mexico School of Medicine designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.