Objetivos

To study the differences between nutrigenetics and nutrigenomics.

To analyze how gene expression can be regulated through diet.

To understand the genetic mechanisms that contribute to cancer development.

To explore the connection between diet and autoimmune diseases, identifying possible nutritional strategies.

Evaluate how genetic variability may influence the predisposition and development of neurodegenerative diseases.

Contenido

Metodología

Entre el material entregado en este curso se adjunta un documento llamado Guía del Alumno dónde aparece un horario de tutorías telefónicas y una dirección de e-mail dónde podrá enviar sus consultas, dudas y ejercicios. La metodología a seguir es ir avanzando a lo largo del itinerario de aprendizaje online, que cuenta con una serie de temas y ejercicios. Para su evaluación, el alumno/a deberá completar todos los ejercicios propuestos en el curso. La titulación será remitida al alumno/a por correo una vez se haya comprobado que ha completado el itinerario de aprendizaje satisfactoriamente.

Para qué te prepara

With this Diploma in Nutrigenetics you will be prepared for various applications in the field of health, nutrition and research such as, for example, making more personalized diets considering genetic variability, participating in biomedical research, developing health and wellness programs, adopting new strategies or working in multidisciplinary teams, thus offering an integrated approach in health care.

A quién va dirigido

This Diploma in Nutrigenetics is aimed at the population interested in deepening their knowledge about the interaction between genetics and nutrition as health professionals who wish to customize dietary recommendations based on the genetics of their patients. It is also for students who want to be trained in an emerging and rapidly growing area.

Oportunidades profesionales

The job opportunities for this Diploma in Nutrigenetics will allow you to design diets based on the genetic information of patients, participate in research in academic institutions, laboratories or companies dedicated to this field, or participate in education and outreach programs to inform the population about this new aspect of nutrition.