Transgenesis and Gene Targeting

Aim

Since transgenesis and gene targeting have become basic approaches for a wide area of research, this course will mainly deal with basic principles of how transgenic and knock-out (KO) mice are made, and the possible combination of these techniques with different in vivo imaging approaches. Stem cells, their in vitro and in vivo manipulation, and their applications in basic
and translational research will represent the second main theme of the course.

Location & Organization

Organizer

MGC - Medical Genetic Center Zuid West Nederland

Co-organizers

MOLMED

Course Director

Dr. J.S. Verbeek

Faculty / Teachers

MGC

Location / venue

Leiden, LUMC

Costs

250 euro for PhD students from outside MGC, LUMC or Erasmus MC

Timing & Workload

Duration Five days
Frequency once every two years
 

Teaching methods used

Lectures, presentations and practical demonstrations.

Examination no

Criteria

Is the course taught in English? yes
Is documentation available? (book, syllabus)? yes
Is the course open for external researchers? yes

More Information

http://www.medgencentre.nl/