(*)Identify sex-related variables in study design and anticipate their potential impact on study outcomes;
- critically evaluate methodological and interpretative limitations in published work;
- integrate sex considerations into their own research project where scientifically justified;
- providing a clear rationale when limitations prevent full inclusion.
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(*)Students gain an understanding of:
- basic concepts of sex vs gender in biology,
- recognize key biological contributors to sex-related variation,
- become familiar with relevant policies and guidelines for considering sex in research,
- understand common analytical pitfalls, including limitations due to sample size, study feasibility and statistical power.
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