Tissue-specific Stem Cells

Module code: ICM7144

Credits: 15.0
Semester: SEM2

Contact: Dr Matthew Caley

This module aims to provide in depth knowledge of the role of tissue-specific stem cells during tissue homeostasis and wound-healing, as well as current and future applications in regenerative medicine. The course will cover tissue-specific stem cells present in tissues derived from each of the three primary germ cell layers:
Ectoderm (e.g. neural; melanocyte; epidermis; eye lens)
Endoderm (e.g. respiratory; intestine; liver; bladder; pancreas)
Mesoderm (e.g. kidney; mesenchymal; bone; muscle; hematopoietic; heart)

In addition, this module will examine cutting-edge experimental techniques (e.g. lineage tracing; cellular barcoding; xenotransplantation; sphere formation assays) that are used to evaluate adult stem cells.

Students will develop skills including critical analysis of scientific literature, interpretation of experimental design, evaluation of statistical analysis, and design of presentations. Essential generic skills include critical thinking, organisation, writing, and oral communication.

Connected course(s): UDF DATA
Assessment: 100.0% Practical
Level: 7