Online MicroLessons and MiniCourses

Browse our free JAX Online MicroLessons and MiniCourses – self-paced online learning from the genetics and genomics experts at The Jackson Laboratory, ranging from 15 minutes to 1 hour.

Self-paced Online MicroLessons · 15 minutes or less

Mouse as a Model for Understanding Human Biology and Disease

Find out what makes the inbred mouse an ideal research model for understanding human biology and disease.

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Inbred and Hybrid Mouse Nomenclature

Learn the basic naming conventions you need to communicate clearly and accurately about inbred and hybrid mice.

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Inbred Mouse Strains for Genetic and Genomic Studies

What are the unique advantages of using inbred mice in genetic and genomic research? Learn about different types of inbred mouse strains and the inbred breeding scheme.

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Creating Mouse Genetic Resources for Your Research

Learn about breeding schemes that generate coisogenic, recombinant inbred, consomic and congenic mice.

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The Basic Inbred Strain Experiment

Inbred strains are powerful tools for genetic and genomic research. Discover how researchers conduct inbred strain experiments.

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FAIR Data Principles to Empower Biomedical Research

Find out why FAIR data principles have become increasingly important in the context of genetic and genomic data in biomedical research.

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ABC's of Mouse Genetic Terminology

Did you know that some genetic terms can have multiple meanings? Refresh your knowledge in less than 15 minutes to make sure you're using the correct terminology.

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Key Elements of In Vivo Study Design

Learn about the key elements of robust in vivo study design that improve the reproducibility of your experiment and increase the translation of preclinical research.

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From Sweet Peas to Inbred Mice

Discover genetic and genomic research highlights utilizing mice via an interactive timeline.

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Genetically Diverse Mice

Learn about two complementary genetically diverse mouse populations, the Collaborative Cross (CC) and Diversity Outbred (DO).

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Why Genetically Engineer a Mouse?

Learn why genetically engineered mice are a useful tool for researchers to study gene function and to relate genetic effects to human disease.

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The Complexity of Rare Disease

Learn about the complexity of rare disease and the unique difficulty it presents to patients and families by exploring the patient journey—from diagnosis to research to drug development.

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The Promise of Cancer Genomics

Learn about the advantages of using genomic-based strategies in the fight against cancer

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Self-paced Online MiniCourses · 1 – 2 hours each · Digital badge and certificate eligible

Genomic Databases: A Beginner's Guide

Gain a basic understanding of genomic data analysis by focusing on essential topics such as genomic data structures, annotation, and sequence alignment.

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Exploring Rare Disease Through Translational Research

Learn how mouse models help researchers disentangle the complexity of rare disease and help drive preclinical drug development.

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Introduction to Genetic Engineering

Learn the basics of three genetic engineering techniques that generate genetically modified mice used in biomedical research.

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Basics of CRISPR/Cas9

Get your research started with CRISPR/Cas9 genetic engineering technology by learning about nuclease biology, somatic and germline gene editing, avoiding off-target events and more.

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Cre-lox Technology in Mouse Modeling

Learn how to best use Cre-lox gene editing technology to genetically engineer general, tissue specific and inducible knockouts, apply the FLP-FRT system and turn on fluorescent reporter genes.

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Breeding Strategies: Simple to Complex

Depending on your research needs, breeding can be simple or complex. This course will help you figure out the most efficient breeding strategies for your experimental and control mice. Don't be afraid

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Common Laboratory Mouse Strains: A Beginner's Guide

This MiniCourse introduces inbred, outbred, and hybrid mouse strains and explains breeding schemes, nomenclature, genetic drift, finding phenotypic information, animal health and more.

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