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376-1622-00L 5 Credits DR , MSC , NDS D-MAVT , D-PHYS , D-ITET , D-MATL , D-HEST

Practical Methods in Tissue Engineering

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. Dr. Marcy Zenobi-Wong, Prof. Dr. Stephen J. Ferguson, Prof. Dr. Sibylle Grad, Prof. Dr. Simone Schürle-Finke, Dr. Matteo D'Este, Dr. Theofanis Stampoultzis
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Last Updated: 2026-06-03 00:07:32

Abstract

The goal of this course is to teach MSc students the necessary skills for doing research in the fields of tissue engineering and regenerative medicine.

Objective

Practical exercises on topics including sterile cell culture, light microscopy and histology, and biomaterials are covered. Practical work on manufacturing and evaluating hydrogels and scaffolds for tissue engineering will be performed in small groups. In addition to practical lab work, the course will teach skills in data acquisition/analysis.

General Information

Language
English
Levels
DR , MSC , NDS
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
graded semester performance
The grading will be based on performance assessments throughout the semester and attendance. Details will be provided at the beginning of the course by the lecturers.

Registration & Places

Max Places
16
Priority: Registration for the course unit is only possible for the primary target group

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
practical/laboratory course Practical Methods in Tissue Engineering
Weekly attendance is expected. To pass the course, only two absences are permitted. Attendance in the first week is mandatory. In order for your registration to be definitively accepted, a statement (max. 1 page) explaining your motivation for taking the course, confirming your attendance, and laptop with correct configuration should be sent to by 30 August 2026.
No time listed 4 h weekly

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