History and Development of the Mouse Model System

Self-paced JAX Online MiniCourse

History and Development of the Mouse Model System

Learn the history behind the development of the mouse as a model system for human disease through landmark experiments, classical genetics and groundbreaking discoveries.

MiniCourse Overview

This MiniCourse is self-paced and takes 1 to 2 hours to complete. At the end of this MiniCourse, you will have examined the historical context that led to the mouse becoming the preeminent animal model system. You have the option to purchase a JAX digital badge credential and certificate. In order to purchase and display a JAX digital badge credential and certificate for this MiniCourse, you must complete the Core Lessons and take the Self-Review Quiz (scoring at least 70%).

Topics

Phylogenetic history of Mus and laboratory strains
Classical 19th century genetics
The Jackson Laboratory and the inbred mouse
Landmark classical experiments in mouse genetics
Latest genetic and genomic research discoveries

Target Audience

This MiniCourse is designed to meet the needs of people who utilize JAX laboratory mice for genetic and genomic research projects, including: scientists, research assistants, lab technicians, graduate and postdoctoral students, mouse colony managers and staff.

About our Education Offerings

As an independent, nonprofit biomedical research institution founded in 1929, The Jackson Laboratory leverages its unique combination of research, education and resources to achieve its mission: to discover precise genomic solutions for disease and empower the global biomedical community in its shared quest to improve human health. We offer comprehensive educational programs for scientists throughout their careers, from high school students and teachers to researchers at all experience levels, and for clinical providers interested in incorporating genetics and genomics into their practices.

While we are not an accredited higher education institution, we offer a variety of education programs — including free non-credit bearing MicroLessons and MiniCourses, with optional digital badge credential and certificate for purchase — designed to educate current and future scientists and to provide critical resources, data, tools and services to researchers worldwide.

MiniCourse topics address both foundational content and the research areas in which The Jackson Laboratory has earned a reputation for scientific leadership and excellence.

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