1001-314 - Tissue Culture

Institution:

Rochester Institute of Technology

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Description:

Study of the techniques and applications of culturing eukaryotic cells, tissues and organs in vitro. Emphasis is on mammalian systems. Lectures will cover the historical background of tissue culture, how to authenticate cell lines, basic cell culture techniques as well as stem cells, tissue engineering, and the role of cell culture in regenerative medicine. In laboratory, students will be introduced to growth curves, cloning techniques, primary cell culture, making a cell line as well as detecting mycoplasma and other cell culture contaminants. (One year of introductory biology or equivalent) Class 3, Lab 4, Credit 5 (W)

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.rit.edu/

Phone Number:

(585) 475-2411

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Quarter

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