This course provides participants with an understanding of stem cells, emphasizing on those sourced from umbilical cord blood, and the crucial process of cryopreservation. Through a combination of theoretical lectures, practical demonstrations, and hands-on laboratory sessions, participants will gain the essential knowledge and skills required for successful stem cell cryopreservation, ensuring their potential for future therapeutic applications.
Learning outcomes
Upon completion of the course, participants will be able to:
- Define and categorize stem cells.
- Understand the significance of cord blood stem cells.
- Identify the principles of cord blood processing and cryopreservation.
- Comprehensive knowledge about cord blood collection and storage techniques.
- Demonstrate practical skills in stem cell cryopreservation.
- Evaluate quality control measures in cord blood banking.
- Utilize laboratory equipment and techniques.
- Gain knowledge in ethical and regulatory considerations.
Schedule
Tuesday, 9-July, 2024, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday, 10-July, 2024, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday, 11-July, 2024, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday, 14-July, 2024, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Monday, 15-July, 2024, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Instructor information
Amnah Bdair, PhD
- Assistant Professor in Biology and Genetics
Lara F. Sarhan, BB (ASCP), CTBS, CABP, HQCP
- BSc. Biology & PGD Medical Analysis
- Member of the International Society of Cell & Gene Therapies- ISCT
- Member of the Association for Advancement of Blood & Biotherapies -AABB
Certification
Upon completion of this course, participants will receive a 26-hour certificate of attendance endorsed by the University of Jordan and accredited by CPD UK.
- Format In-Person Course
- Category Stem Cells
- Students 14
- Start 09 July 2024
- End 15 July 2024
- Registration End 02 July 2024