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

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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

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Last Updated: 2026-02-05 16:30:13

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

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 September 2, 2024.	Mon 12:45-16:30 (HPL D 21.2) 25.11 Date 11:45-17:30 (HCP E 47.4)	4 h weekly

Offered In

Biomedical Engineering Master
- Track Courses
  - Molecular Bioengineering
    - Recommended Elective Courses (These courses are particularly recommended for the Molecular Bioengineering track. Please consult your track advisor if you wish to select other subjects.)
MAS in Medical Physics
- Specialisation in General Medical Physics
  - Major in Bioengineering
    - Electives (376-1622-00L Practical Methods in Tissue Engineering (offered in the Autumn Semester) and 376-1624-00L Practical Methods in Biofabrication (offered in the Spring Semester) are mutually exclusive to be eligible for credits.)
  - Major in Biocompatible Materials
    - Core Courses (376-1622-00L Practical Methods in Tissue Engineering (offered in the Autumn Semester) and 376-1624-00L Practical Methods in Biofabrication (offered in the Spring Semester) are mutually exclusive to be eligible for credits.)
Doctorate Materials Science (Further information at: )
- Subject Specialisation
  - Sustainable & Bioinspired Materials (MaP Doctoral School)
Health Sciences and Technology Master
- Major in Medical Technology
  - Elective Courses
- Major in Molecular Health Sciences
  - Elective Courses