This specialization focuses on the importance of studying sex differences and Sex as a Biological Variable (SABV). The first course addresses the gaps in understanding of physiology that resulted from research conducted only on males. The other two courses drill down into methodological questions relevant to basic science, animal, and human studies. Learning content includes a range of topics from research recruitment to accounting for hormone effects, from working with statistics to exploring machine learning in scientific research. We would like to acknowledge Richard N. Brown and his family, with many thanks, for supporting the development of this curriculum.
What you'll learn
understand the importance of studying sex differences in research
identify physiological research gaps related to sex as a biological variable
apply methodological approaches to study design in both animal and human studies
analyze statistical methods and machine learning applications in scientific research
Course objectives
to emphasize the significance of including both sexes in research studies
to provide a framework for understanding hormonal influences in research
to equip learners with statistical and methodological insights applicable to diverse research contexts