Stem Cell and Genome Therapies (OPHT0031)

Key information

Faculty: Faculty of Brain Sciences
Teaching department: Institute of Ophthalmology
Credit value: 15

Restrictions: N/A
Timetable

Alternative credit options

There are no alternative credit options available for this module.

Description

In this module we will be exploring the development of next generation therapeutics. Using the eye as an exemplar tissue, we will take a journey through therapy development from bench side research to bedside clinical application, with a focus on cellular and molecular approaches to restore vision. The eye is at the forefront of advanced therapy development and the new era of regenerative and precision medicines. The topics covered in this module will include stem cell differentiation, cell transplantation, CRISPR genome editing, antisense oligonucleotides, gene therapy and other molecular therapies. At the end of the module you will understand the process of developing new therapeutics and taking a therapy from discovery to clinical application, and will have developed the knowledge and skills to apply these techniques to a wide range of diseases.

Module deliveries for 2024/25 academic year

Intended teaching term: Term 1 听听听 Postgraduate (FHEQ Level 7)

Teaching and assessment

Mode of study: In person
Methods of assessment: 70% Viva or oral presentation

30% In-class activity
Mark scheme: Numeric Marks

Other information

Number of students on module in previous year: 0
Module leader: Dr Amanda Carr
Who to contact for more information: ioo.pgt@ucl.ac.uk

Last updated

This module description was last updated on 8th April 2024.

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