SCV0735 - ADVANCES IN BIOMEDICINE

In the first part of the course, students will learn about the biology of embryonic and adult stem cells, including their capacity for self-renewal and generation of multiple mature cell types, as well as their therapeutic potential. There will be a specific section dedicated to in vitro fertilisation. Students will also learn how to evaluate the biological impact of gene editing, embryonic and induced stem cells, and in vitro fertilisation techniques. The second part of the course aims to introduce students to the theory behind advanced methods used to investigate the cellular and molecular mechanisms of cell function and human diseases. The second part of the course introduces the biology of stem cells and their use in studying and treating diseases. Through lectures, students will investigate how recent advanced techniques have improved our understanding of the main pathways related to cancer and neurodegenerative disease biology. A section of the course will focus on the theoretical aspects of using these techniques for preventive medicine, particularly in the context of environmental molecular epidemiology. The course will also provide students with the opportunity to develop communication skills by working in a team environment and interacting effectively with peers and academic staff. By the end of the course, students will be familiar with a variety of biomedical techniques, understand the theory behind them, and know how to apply them during experimental planning. They will also learn about the relevance of stem cell biology and its applications in medicine.