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JAX Webinar Series

Don't miss the JAX Seminars at
University of Colorado - Denver, Aurora

Topics include: Protecting Mouse Colonies from Genetic Drift, Tools for Finding Mouse Models and more
Wednesday, September 9, 2015
10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Whether you are new to using mouse models of disease or a seasoned professional, The Jackson Laboratory has valuable tools and resources to assist you. Come join us to learn helpful tips and receive training that will give you the tools you need for your research. See below for more details about seminar topics.

* Lunch will be provided to registered participants

Agenda

Using Mice in Research: Tips and Insights for New Users
10:00 - 11:00 am

In this seminar, you will learn:

How to easily find mouse strains
The research value of using proper strain nomenclature in your publications
How to select the right mouse strain background
How to choose the best controls

	S.O.S. Colony Adrift: Protecting Mouse Colonies from Genetic Drift 11:30 am - 12:30 pm In this seminar, you will learn: The basis for genetic drift Case studies demonstrating genetic drift and its effects on experimental results The Jackson Laboratory’s unique Genetic Stability Program to stop cumulative genetic drift Steps to ensure the long-term genetic and phenotypic stability of your mutant mice
Lunch will be provided to registered participants 12:00 - 1:00 pm
	All You Need is Love: Reproductive Biology of Mice 1:00 - 2:00 pm In this seminar, you will learn: Basic mouse reproductive anatomy and how you can determine the gender of mice at all ages How pregnancy relates to reproductive states and the estrus cycle How to optimize biological and environmental conditions and maximize breeding performance How to troubleshoot breeding problems of challenging strains

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