Human and Mammalian Genetics and Genomics: The McKusick Short Course

Discover the future of genetics and genomics

With over 7,000 past trainees and 600+ esteemed faculty participants globally, the McKusick Short Course has shaped the careers of many. As the leading genetics and genomics educational resource for over 60 years, the course’s rich history and ongoing dedication to excellence provide an unparalleled learning experience.

Jul 21 – Aug 1, 2025

Human and Mammalian Genetics and Genomics: The 66th McKusick Short Course

Hybrid - The Jackson Laboratory, Bar Harbor ME, & Virtual

Registration is Open

Join us for the McKusick Short Course on Human and Mammalian Genetics and Genomics — a cornerstone event for advanced undergraduate, graduate, and medical students, genetic counselors, residents, fellows, clinicians, and researchers. This dynamic program, renowned for over six decades, is your gateway to the forefront of genetics and genomics, blending foundational knowledge with cutting-edge research and experiential learning. The program combines Johns Hopkins University's research expertise in medical genetics with JAX's unique knowledge and experience in experimental genetics using the laboratory mouse system.

Program Highlights

The course covers basic science, clinical and translational aspects of human genetics and genomics, and runs the gamut from gene and variant discovery in Mendelian and complex disease, genome biology, the molecular basis of genetic disease, the use of animal models of human disease to understand pathophysiology, as well as genetic disease treatment and therapy. Workshops and lectures also cover bioinformatics, population genetics, genome manipulation, mutagenesis and phenotyping.

Special Sessions

Featuring experts from American and African Societies of Human Genetics
The Human Genetics Clinic is a unique opportunity for direct interaction with experienced medical geneticists diagnosing rare conditions
Learn about diverse mouse strains used in research at the Mouse Genetics Clinic, offering a practical perspective on animal models

Registration

In-Person Registration

Registration Fee: $1700; Optional Shared Lodging Fee: $1200

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Course/Workshop registration fees include all workshop materials, supplies, and most meals. Optional shared lodging at the College of the Atlantic is available on a first come first served basis. Your lodging and registration are not confirmed until payment has been received in full.

Payments:

Registration is only confirmed once full payment has been received. Payment in full is due 45 days before the start of the course. You can pay using Visa, Mastercard, or American Express during registration. Wire transfers will be accepted only with prior authorization; contact the event planner for further instructions. All bank charges associated with payment are the responsibility of the course participant.

Receipts:

Receipts will be provided automatically when payment is received via email through the registration system.

Cancellations and Refunds:

To receive a refund on registration, written cancelation (email) must be received 30 calendar days prior to the start date of the course. Refunds will be subject to administrative fees as follows:

If canceled prior to 30 days from the course start date, you will be refunded your registration & lodging fee less 10% of fees paid as an administrative registration fee.
If canceled 14-29 days prior to the course start date, you will be refunded 50% of your registration & lodging fees.
If canceled less than 14 days prior to the course start date, no refund is available.

If the attendee is not able to attend the course but would like to send a qualified colleague in your place, JAX will transfer your registration to your colleague’s registration at no additional cost.

In-Person Scholarship Application

Registration Fee: $1700: Optional Shared lodging: $1200

Apply

Scholarships are available for this course, and are made possible by the Howard Hughes Medical Institute, NIH Grants, foundation awards and gifts or donations to The Jackson Laboratory. The Jackson Laboratory strongly encourages students, post-doctoral fellows, or junior faculty from populations under-represented in the biomedical sciences to register, with a preference for those currently enrolled in or working at a U.S. institution. Underrepresented populations are defined by the National Institutes of Health, see NIH NOT-OD-20-031 for definitions.

Scholarship applications are open and reviewed on a rolling basis.

Course/Workshop registration fees include all workshop materials, supplies, and most meals. Optional shared lodging is available at the College of the Atlantic for an additional fee.

Payments:

Payments will not be charged until your scholarship application has been reviewed. If you supply a credit card at the time of registration, a pre-authorization may be placed on the card.

Registration is not confirmed until full payment has been received (less any scholarships). Payment in full is due 45 days prior to the start of the course. During registration you can pay using Visa, Mastercard, or American Express or select Check Payment. If paying by academic or personal check, payment is due immediately upon acceptance into the workshop. Checks should be made payable to The Jackson Laboratory and mailed to Bank of America, 90260 Collection Center Dr, Chicago, IL 60693. Be sure to include your name and the title of the event on any checks. Wire transfers will be accepted only with prior authorization; contact the event planner for further instructions. All bank charges associated with payment are the responsibility of the course participant.

Receipts:

Receipts will be provided automatically when payment is received via email through the registration system.

Virtual

Standard Registration Fee: $500; Scholarship Applicant Registration Fee: $100

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Virtual registration includes live access to all didactic lectures, and access to lecture recordings for 3 months after the conclusion of the event. Due to speaker permissions, some lectures may not be recorded.

Payments:

Payment is due at the time of registration via credit card.

Receipts:

Receipts will be provided automatically when payment is received via email through the registration system.

Cancellations and Refunds:

To receive a refund on registration, written cancelation (email) must be received 30 calendar days prior to the start date of the course. Refunds will be subject to administrative fees as follows:

If canceled prior to 30 days from the course start date, you will be refunded your registration fee less 10% of fees paid as an administrative registration fee.
If canceled 14-29 days prior to the course start date, you will be refunded 50% of your registration fees.
If canceled less than 14 days prior to the course start date, no refund is available.

Payments and Cancellations

Payments:

Registration is only confirmed once full payment has been received. Payment in full is due 45 days before the start of the course for in-person attendance or due at the time of registration for virtual events. You can pay using Visa, MasterCard, or American Express during registration or select Check Payment. If paying by academic or personal check, payment is due immediately upon acceptance into the workshop. Checks should be made payable to The Jackson Laboratory and mailed to Bank of America, 90260 Collection Center Dr, Chicago, IL 60693. Be sure to include your name and the event title on any checks. Wire transfers will be accepted only with prior authorization; contact the event planner for further instructions. All bank charges associated with payment are the responsibility of the course participant.

Receipts:

Receipts will be provided automatically when payment is received via email through the registration system.

Cancellations and Refunds:

To receive a refund on registration, written cancellation (email) must be received 30 calendar days prior to the start date of the course. Refunds will be subject to administrative fees as follows:

If canceled prior to 30 days from the course start date, you will be refunded your registration & lodging fee less 10% of fees paid as an administrative registration fee.
If canceled 14-29 days prior to the course start date, you will be refunded 50% of your registration & lodging fees.
If canceled less than 14 days prior to the course start date, no refund is available.
If the attendee is not able to attend the course but would like to send a qualified colleague in your place, JAX will transfer your registration to your colleague’s registration at no additional cost.

Participants are responsible for arranging their lodging off-campus.

Subsidized, dormitory-style, shared lodging will be made available to approximately sixty attendees on a first-come, first-serve basis at College of the Atlantic.

We will be providing shuttles from the College of the Atlantic to the Jackson Laboratory and back for the duration of the course.

Refer to the Bar Harbor Chamber of Commerce website for a list of hotels, motels, and private rentals nearby The Jackson Laboratory.

Participants must adhere to Maine State travel, health and safety guidelines at the time of the event and use good judgement when arranging lodging. We recommend participants be familiar with their hotel’s cancellation policies prior to booking. The Jackson Laboratory is not responsible for lodging expenses or losses incurred due to the cancellation or rescheduling of an event.

Air

Bar Harbor is serviced by two airports:

Hancock County/Bar Harbor Airport (BHB) – 20 minutes away
Bangor International Airport (BGR) – 1hr 15 minutes away

Public transportation is not available from local airports. Please visit the Bar Harbor and Bangor airport services webpages for information on shuttles to and from Mount Desert Island. Rideshare options like Uber or Lyft are not commonly available.

Ground

Bar Harbor is approximately 5 hours by car from the greater Boston area. Rental cars are available from Hertz at either nearby airport. Additionally, there is a free Island Explorer bus system which can be used around the island and the national park.

Additional Area Information:
Bar Harbor Chamber of Commerce
Acadia National Park

Event Contact

Lily Schenk, B.A.

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Howard Hughes Medical Institute

Human and Mammalian Genetics and Genomics: The McKusick Short Course

Discover the future of genetics and genomics

Jul 21 – Aug 1, 2025

Human and Mammalian Genetics and Genomics: The 66th McKusick Short Course

Hybrid - The Jackson Laboratory, Bar Harbor ME, & Virtual

Registration

In-Person Registration

In-Person Scholarship Application

Virtual

Payments and Cancellations

Travel Information

Event Contact

Lily Schenk, B.A.

People

Aravinda Chakravarti, Ph.D.

NYU Langone Health

Ada Hamosh, M.D., M.P.H.

Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine

Charles Lee, FRSC

The Jackson Laboratory

Cathleen (Cat) Lutz, Ph.D., M.B.A.

The Jackson Laboratory

Nadia Rosenthal, Ph.D., FMedSci, FAAHMS

David Valle, M.D.

Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine

Ambroise Wonkam, M.D., D.Med.Sci, Ph.D.

Johns Hopkins University; University of Cape Town

Supporters

Past Events

Human and Mammalian Genetics and Genomics: The McKusick Short Course

Discover the future of genetics and genomics

Jul 21 – Aug 1, 2025

Human and Mammalian Genetics and Genomics: The 66th McKusick Short Course

Hybrid - The Jackson Laboratory, Bar Harbor ME, & Virtual

Registration

In-Person Registration

In-Person Scholarship Application

Virtual

Payments and Cancellations

Travel Information

Event Contact

Lily Schenk, B.A.

People

Aravinda Chakravarti, Ph.D.

NYU Langone Health

Ada Hamosh, M.D., M.P.H.

Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine

Charles Lee, FRSC

The Jackson Laboratory

Cathleen (Cat) Lutz, Ph.D., M.B.A.

The Jackson Laboratory

Nadia Rosenthal, Ph.D., FMedSci, FAAHMS

David Valle, M.D.

Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine

Ambroise Wonkam, M.D., D.Med.Sci, Ph.D.

Johns Hopkins University; University of Cape Town

Supporters

Funding for Courses & Workshops has been generously provided by:

Past Events