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    Pathways to Stem Cell Science: Intro to Stem Cell Systems

    Pathways to Stem Cell Science: Intro to Stem Cell Systems

    Details

    • Listing Type: Summer Programs
    • Program Delivery: Day, Residential
    • Destination: United States
    • Provided By: Independent Provider
    • Session Start: June, July, August
    • Session Length: One Week
    • Entering Grade: 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
    • Gender: Coed
    • Category: STEM
    • Sub-Categories: Forensic Science, Pre-Med, STEM, Veterinary Medicine, Biology
    • Selective: No
    • Ages: 15, 16, 18, 19+, 19
    • Minimum Cost: $500 - $1,499
    • Career Clusters: Health Science, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics
    • Credit Awarded: No
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    Overview

    Step into the shoes of a stem cell researcher. 
    Work hands-on in a biotech reserch laboratory with neural, cancer and pluripotent stem cells. 
    Gain essential lab skills exploring the exciting science of stem cell biology. 

     

    INTRO TO STEM CELL SYSTEMS is an entry-level course aimed at STEM enthusiasts who are interested in gaining real-world experience.

    Participants learn essential concepts in stem cell science through hands-on lab classes that explore the biology and application of human stem cells.

    The program is taught in a biotech research facility by professional scientists who are also exceptional mentors.

    Each day focuses on a different topic in stem cell biology, creating an in-depth overview of the history, science, and ethics of stem cell research.

     

    Intro to Stem Cell Systems provides:

    – Advanced training in real-life techniques for isolating, culturing, and researching human stem cells.

    – Practical experience working with the three predominant stem cell research models – cancer, adult (neural) and induced pluripotent.

    – Daily college-level lectures that provide a conceptual overview of the lab-classes.

    – An introduction to literature searching using PubMed and Google Scholar.

    – A literature research activity focusing on the dangers of unregulated stem cell therapies and the clinics that promote them.

    – Exposure to biotechnology and real-world science.

    – Applicable skills and knowledge for future STEM programs such as AP biology, science fair research, college lab classes and workplace internships.

    – An opportunity to connect with other science enthusiasts.

    – A certificate of completion.

    – A resource pack containing guidance and information relating to STEM careers.

     

    Curriculum

    Intro to Stem Cell Systems covers the following topics in stem cell science:

    Day 1: Basic stem cell biology and stem cell culture techniques

    Day 2: Cancer stem cells

    Day 3: Pluripotent stem cells

    Day 4: Adult stem cells

    Day 5: Application of human stem cells in research, medicine and therapy / Literature research skills

     

    Features and Benefits

    – College-level lectures

    – Hands-on lab classes

    – Advanced laboratory research techniques*

    – Literature research activity

    – Career education resources

    – Real world exposure

    – Networking with professional science mentors

    – Biotech exposure

    *Intro to stem cell systems provides practical training in: BSL-2 lab safety procedures, stem cell culture, aseptic technique, tissue microdissection, cell derivation, stem cell isolation, electroporation, antibody labeling and microscopy (phase contrast and fluorescent).

     

    PROGRAM FLYER: https://stemcellpath.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/5.-Intro-to-Stem-Cell-Systems-2024.pdf

     

    Cost and Session Information

    Intro to Stem Cell Systems is offered in the summer.  A tuition fee is charged to cover the cost of lab supplies, instructor salaries and lab facilities.