PopHuman: Discovering Signatures of Genetic Adaptation

Uncover the genetic changes that drive adaptation in populations. This course provides a clear, foundational understanding of how natural selection shapes genetic diversity over time. You will gain the skills to analyze genomic data and identify the tell-tale signs of evolutionary adaptation. Upon completing this course, you will be equipped to interpret population genomic data, recognize patterns indicative of selection, and understand the evolutionary forces at play. You'll develop a solid grasp of the concepts and practical application required to explore genetic adaptation. What you'll learn: * Understand foundational concepts in population genetics and evolutionary adaptation. * Learn to identify and interpret various types of genetic variation in populations. * Apply the PopHuman tool to analyze genomic data for signatures of natural selection. * Interpret statistical metrics (e.g., Fst, Tajima's D) used to detect adaptation. * Practice analyzing and drawing conclusions from population genomic datasets. * Grasp principles of data management and visualization relevant to population genomics. This course begins with essential terminology and theoretical principles of population genetics before guiding you through the practical application of the PopHuman tool. You will then learn to interpret the results to understand evolutionary processes. This course is designed for absolute beginners with no prior experience in population genetics or bioinformatics. All necessary concepts are introduced from the ground up. Begin your journey into evolutionary genomics and discover the fascinating world of genetic adaptation.