SBRI19003U Translational Discovery Omics III – Metabolomics, Model Systems, and Precision Medicine

Volume 2025/2026
Education

BRIDGE – Translational Excellence Programme

Content

The aim of the course is to provide the participants with:

i) an overview of the theory and application of metabolomics,

ii) a basic understanding of gut virome and bacterial microbiome research,

iii) examples of model systems to elucidate disease mechanisms, and

iv) an understanding of precision medicine and its clinical applicability.

 

The main themes covered in the course include:

  • Metabolomics
  • Gut virome and the bacterial microbiome in health and disease
  • Model systems and other translational tools
  • Omics techniques in precision medicine
Learning Outcome

Upon completing the course, participants should be able to:

 

Knowledge

  • Demonstrate an understanding of metabolomics as a tool in health research and have a basic understanding of the potential of model systems.
  • Show comprehension of the principles of the human gut virome and bacterial microbiome research.
  • Have an awareness of the strengths and limitations of precision medicine across different data types.

 

Skills

  • Critically evaluate results from studies of omics techniques covered in the course.
  • Assess the quality and validity of designs for omics-based studies of human diseases.

 

Competences

  • Understand the central aspects of translational omics and be able to discuss and communicate these to other scientists, clinicians, and the public.

The course literature will be listed on Absalon.

Participants must meet the admission criteria of the BRIDGE – Translational Excellence Programme (Fellowship or BRIDGE Omics Programme).
The course is organised with a mix of scientific seminars by invited speakers, including technical lectures about modern technologies, and participant-led activities. In addition, the course will include group work, case studies, and practical exercises.

The course will end with an evaluation, where participants must reflect on the course learning outcomes and provide feedback for course development.
  • Category
  • Hours
  • Lectures
  • 17
  • Class Instruction
  • 2
  • Preparation
  • 3
  • Theory exercises
  • 2
  • Total
  • 24
Oral
Continuous feedback during the course of the semester
Credit
0 ECTS
Type of assessment
Continuous assessment
Requirement to attend classes
Type of assessment details
Attendance and active participation are required.
Examination prerequisites

Participants are automatically registered for the examination upon admission to the BRIDGE – Translational Excellence Programme (Fellowship or BRIDGE Omics Programme).

Aid
All aids allowed
Marking scale
passed/not passed
Censorship form
No external censorship
Criteria for exam assesment

Active contribution and course participation according to the BRIDGE Guidelines and Practicalities.