Workshop on Mesenchymal Stem cells at Manipal Institute of Regenerative Medicine, Bangalore

Workshop on Mesenchymal Stem cells at Manipal Institute of Regenerative Medicine, Bangalore

Introduction

Manipal Institute of Regenerative Medicine (MIRM), Bangaloreis a constituent Institute under Manipal University,established in August 2007 with an aim to promote education and nurture cutting edgeresearch in the upcoming area of stem cells. MIRM runs post graduate, M.Phil and Ph.D level programs in Regenerative Medicine.MIRM also offers an excellent platform for basic and translational research on stem cells.

MIRM will be conducting 6-day hands on workshop on Mesenchymal stem cells in collaboration with BD Biosciences. The objective of this workshop is to make scientists and students from allied fields aware ofthe culture techniques and procedures required to initiate research on Mesenchymal stem cells. The modules of this course has been meticulously designed by experts of this field and would include anamalgam of specialised guest lectures and practical training courses. The wet labs would be runby experienced faculty at MIRM and flow cytometry and tissue engineering experts from BD Biosciences.

The workshop offers training on:

Isolation of mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) from peri-natal sources
Culture, maintenance and propagation of MSCs
Cellular and molecular characterisation of MSCs according to ISCT guidelines
Testing the differentiation potency of MSCs into mesenchymallineages
Analysis of side population from various stem cell sources by flow cytometry
Culturing of MSCs using different matrices and scaffolds

The participants will also have the rare opportunity to hear lectures on relevant topics of stem cell biology from eminent scientists in this field.

Who should apply?

Candidates having a Bachelor’s / Master’s Degree in any branch of Life Sciences; MBBS / MD or BDS or B.E / B.Tech in Biotechnology (final year students only) or allied sciences can apply for this course. Young post-doctoral researchers planning to initiate projects on stem cell biology or clinicians interested in getting involved in clinical trials and basic research in stem cells are encouraged to apply. Basic understanding / knowledge / experience in tissue culture and cell biology will be preferred.

Selection process

Pease send a CV along with a covering letter stating in brief how you think this course can help you, along with the fees in form of DD to The Dean, Manipal Institute of Regenerative Medicine, # 10 Service Road, Domlur layout, Bangalore- 560071. The DD should be made in favour of Manipal University, payable at Manipal/Udupi. Completed application should reach the Dean’s office at MIRM on or before the deadline mentioned below. Applications received will be screened by our selection panel and the selected candidates will be informed well in advance.

Course fee

Academic participants- Rs 20000/-
Industry / Corporate participants- Rs 25000/-

The course fee includes study material, abstracts, protocol handouts and recent review articles on Mesenchymal stem cells.

Last date of applicationMay 31, 2011

Contact person

Rajarshi Pal
Tel: +91 80 25356661/3
Mobile: +91 9731754508
Email: rajarshi.pal@manipal.edu
website: http://www.manipal.edu/Institutions/RegenerativeMedicine/MIRMBangalore/Documents/MIRM%20July%20stem%20cells%20workshop.pdf

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