About This Webinar Series

The nine modules in this webinar series provide rigorous exposure to the key fundamental principles of causal inference in behavioral obesity research. A broad array of techniques and experience in applying those principles in research are addressed by experts in their fields.

Please take a look at the entire Webinar Series agenda.

Module 7: Genetically Informed Designs – Unmeasured Genotype Approaches

• Co-Twin and Sibling Control Designs with Dr. Matt McGue of the University of Minnesota
• Structural Equation Modeling of Twin and Family Data to Assess Causal Effects with Dr. Michael Neale of the Virginia of Commonwealth University
• Ethical Considerations: Studying Behavioral Phenotypes in Weight-Discordant Siblings with Dr. Tanja Kral of the University of Pennsylvania