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APPLICATION DEADLINE: Wednesday August 31st, 2022 (midnight GMT)
Course Description
The GeneConvene and TReND course on genome editing will take place at the Midlands University in Gweru, Zimbabwe from the 31.10.2022 to the 12.11.2022. The course is split into two course phases. The first part will be a theoretical introduction into genome editing and its applications in Africa (Days 1 & 2). The second part will be a practical course on molecular biology, genome editing and their applications in various model systems (zebrafish, fruit flies, and mosquitoes).
After the course, participants will be equipped with the required knowledge to set up their own genome editing experiments and successfully perform genetic manipulations related to their research question.
Applicants can apply to attend the Theory Section (Days 1 and 2 only) or the Theory + Practical Sections (Days 1-12).
Eligibility
– All African scientists: Master students, PhD students, Postdoctoral Fellows, Group Leaders and Heads of Department. We also encourage regulators and policy makers to join the theoretical introduction (days 1 and 2).
– The course is intensive, running 6 days a week for two weeks, from 9 am in the morning to 8 pm in the evening, and requires strong involvement, motivation and drive to learn from the students.
– Only applicants from African or German Institutions will be accepted.
– Students will be selected on the basis of their academic record and written statements concerning their interest in genome editing and how they expect to benefit from participating in the course.
– There will be no attendance fee.
– All selected participants will be endowed with a grant. The grant will cover round plane ticket from a major international airport and accommodation.