
Overview
In the workshop, schematic theoretical lectures will be given to introduce to the assay protocols and to plan the experimental part that will be hosted in cell biology laboratories.
Students, divided in small groups, will directly execute the experiments under the supervision of a teacher.
This summer school will be repeated in two sessions: 14-17 July 2025 and 21-24 July 2025. In both cases the registration deadline is 30 April 2025.
The Summer School will be held on campus in Pisa, at Polo Nobili, via Alessandro Volta, 4.
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The aim of the Summer School is to introduce students to cell cultivation and basic assays for cell viability to be used in cell biology, pharmacology and toxicology fields. In particular, most assays will be carried out by means of flow cytometry, allowing the students to become familiar with this versatile technology.
Audience
Undergraduate and early graduated students in biological/pharmacological/veterinary discipline.
Postgraduate students and junior/senior researchers who intend to take their first steps in the field of manipulation and study of cell lines and/or flow cytometry.
This Summer School is not intended for researchers with consolidated experience in the manipulation of cell cultures and/or flow cytometryCheck out the full curriculum
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Duration
- Full-time
- 4 days
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Campus Location
- Pisa, Italy
Disciplines
Biomedical Science Biology Molecular Sciences View 5 other Short Courses in Biology in ItalyExplore more key information
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
Admission Requirements
Respected the target outlined in the Audience paragraph, this Summer School has no formal prerequisites. Students will be fully trained for all the activities they experience.
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
- The Summer School will be activated with at least 6 students
- The maximum number of participants is set to 8 students
- Applications may be closed ahead of the scheduled application deadline in case of early reaching of the maximum number of students eligible for the two sessions
- Identity Document (*PASSPORT in case you are a foreign student*)
- Enrolment Form
- Curriculum Vitae
Student insurance
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- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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500 EUR/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 500 EUR for the full programme during 4 days. -
EU/EEA
500 EUR/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 500 EUR for the full programme during 4 days.
- + 100 euro for didactic material
Living costs for Pisa
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
One scholarship, covering the amount of the tuition fee, will be assigned on the basis of the country income group, the motivation letter and in case of a tie to the youngest student among those who apply to the Summer School by 1 March 2025 and request the scholarship writing an email to Prof. Leonardo Rossi leonardo.rossi@unipi.it
IMPORTANT NOTICE: 1 March 2025 is the early bird application deadline for those interested in applying for the available scholarship.