Human Microbiome Data Discovery Short Course
Short Course Information
The Knight Cancer Institute Human Microbiome Data Discovery is a two-week program designed for post-doctoral fellows, clinical fellows and junior faculty who have some prior training in research methods and biomedical science.
The course combines lectures, hands-on practicums, and mentorship to build skills in data science and microbiome analysis, with a focus on accessing, integrating, and reusing NIH Common Fund Data Ecosystems datasets to advance human health research.
The application and all supplemental materials including the letter of recommendation for Human Microbiome Data Discovery must be submitted online by the deadline of 5:00 PM (PST) on Tuesday, January 20, 2026. Late applications will not be accepted.
This program is open to U.S. citizens, permanent residents, or individuals in the U.S. with a current visa. Visa sponsorship is not available for this program.
For more additional information about the course, please email: Alexis Champagne
Application, Course Dates, and Fees
The application and all supplemental materials including the letter of recommendation for Human Microbiome Data Discovery must be submitted online:
- Deadline of 5:00 PM (PST) on Tuesday, January 20, 2026. Late applications will not be accepted.
- The Human Microbiome Data Discovery will take place May 4-15, 2026 in Portland, OR at the OHSU campus. This short course requires in-person participation.
- There is no fee currently associated with this course.
- Please read the User Guide for Human Microbiome Data Discovery Applications.
Faculty
Lisa Karstens, PhD (program director)