Training programme: "Diagnosing Rare Diseases: from the Clinic to Research and back"

The online learning platform FutureLearn offers the course"Diagnosing Rare Diseases: from the Clinic to Research and back", a free, 100% online course focused on the diagnosis of rare and genetic diseases. The course examines the role of research, clinical practice and data sharing in identifying these conditions. 

Over the five weeks of the course, participants will learn about the main challenges associated with diagnosing rare diseases, the different types of genetic tests available and the impact that receiving, or not receiving, a diagnosis has on patients. The course will also cover the technological advances that have transformed biomedical research, including genetic sequencing, bioinformatics and international collaboration strategies to improve the diagnosis of unresolved cases.

The programme also offers an insight into the experiences of patients and their families, as well as the ethical, clinical and research challenges associated with these diseases. Topics include the basics of genetics, the interpretation of genetic results, new diagnostic technologies, omics approaches and the role of international research networks.

Those interested can find out more and enrol via the following link.