BIO 109A: The Emergence of Digital Biology and Precision Health

Course Description

Advances in life sciences and technology now enable us to measure biological processes at unprecedented scales, analyze vast amounts of data, and engineer biological systems to more precisely treat and prevent diseases. This course will explore how these advances are converging to revolutionize our understanding and management of health and disease. We will examine: (1) the biology of pervasive and chronic diseases, (2) recent innovations in life sciences and technology, and (3) their real-world applications. We will also address the policy, regulatory, business, and ethical considerations surrounding these innovations. Guest speakers may include leaders from academia, industry, and policy.