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551-0326-00L 6 Credits BSC , MSC D-HEST , D-BIOL
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Cell Biology

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. em. Dr. Ulrich Suter, Prof. Dr. Sabine Werner, PD Dr. Werner Kovacs, PD Dr. Matthias Schäfer, Prof. Dr. Anton Wutz, Prof. Dr. Helmuth Gehart
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Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:53:54

Abstract

This Course introduces principle concepts, techniques, and experimental strategies used in modern Cell Biology. Major topics include: neuron-glia interactions in health and disease; mitochondrial dynamics; stem cell biology; growth factor action in development, tissue repair and disease; cell metabolism, in particular sensing and signaling mechanisms, cell organelles, and lipid metabolism.

Objective

-To prepare the students for successful and efficient lab work by learning how to ask the right questions and to use the appropriate techniques in a research project. -To convey knowledge about neuron-glia interactions in health and disease. - To provide information on different types of stem cells and their function in health and disease -To provide information on growth factor signaling in development, repair and disease and on the use of growth factors or their receptors as drug targets for major human diseases -To convey knowledge on the mechanisms underlying repair of injured tissues -To provide the students with an overview of mitochondrial dynamics. -Providing an understanding of RNA processing reactions and their regulations. -To provide a comprehensive understanding of metabolic sensing mechanisms occurring in different cell types and organelles in response to glucose, hormones, oxygen, nutrients as well as lipids, and to discuss downstream signaling pathways and cellular responses. -To provide models explaining how disturbances in complex metabolic control networks and bioenergetics can lead to disease and to highlight latest experimental approaches to uncover the intricacies of metabolic control at the cellular and organismal level. -Providing the background and context that foster cross-disciplinary scientific thinking.

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General Information

Language
English
Levels
BSC , MSC
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
session examination
Mode
written 150 minutes
Aids
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Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture Cell Biology
  • Mon 09:45-11:30 (HPV G 4)
  • Tue 07:45-09:30 (HPV G 4)
4 h weekly

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