Overview
With this Unlocking the Mysteries of Neurodegenerative Diseases - Advances in Research, Diagnosis, and Treatment course from VU Amsterdam Summer School will gain invaluable insights into the complexities of neurodegenerative diseases, preparing them to contribute meaningfully to care and research. In addition, students will obtain valuable skills in critical and constructive thinking. Also, students will learn how to translate obtained knowledge and ideas into a high-quality presentation with students from various backgrounds.
Key Facts
This course will give the students insight into different aspects of neurodegenerative diseases of the brain such as Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease and Multiple Sclerosis: from molecules to brain, and from cells to the clinic. Furthermore this course will give an overview of the current treatment landscapes of these diseases and research progress that contributes to future exciting developments for treatment. The course is organized by the Center for Neurogenomics and Cognitive Research (wwwâ .cncr.nl) and the Alzheimer Center, Amsterdam UMC (https:â /â /wwwâ .alzheimercentrum.nl/).
The CNCR generates integrated research programs with state-of-the-art techniques, from genes to behavior, each combining mouse and human studies. It operates as an expertise center of the Neuroscience Campus Amsterdam. The Alzheimer Center is a world-renowed center for dementia research and care, with close connections to the centers for other neurological diseases.
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Courses include:- Basic knowledge on pathology, clinical presentation and disease course of various neurodegenerative diseases.
- In-depth knowledge on specific research approaches and methods to address various aspects of neurodegenerative diseases.
- An overview of current limits and future needs for patients suffering from neurodegenerative diseases.
- An overview of diagnostics and therapy of neurodegenerative diseases.
- Tools to recognize the value of integration of patient care and research.
- Knowledge on how to judge research models for neurodegenerative diseases.
- Experience in presenting a neurodegenerative disease related topic to peers and experts in the field.
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Duration
- Full-time
- 14 days
Start dates & application deadlines
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Campus Location
- Amsterdam, Netherlands
Disciplines
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
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General requirements
- Final year bachelor or master students who wish to broaden their knowledge on neurodegenerative diseases into both the clinical and the biological disciplines. Enrollment in a bachelor program for Biology/Medicine/Psychology is needed to take part in this course. The course is assessed at advanced bachelor's level.
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents938 EUR / full≈ 938 EUR / full -
EU/EEA Applies to you
Applies to youEU/EEA Nationals938 EUR / full≈ 938 EUR / full
Additional Details
- Tuition fee: €938 - €1500
Living costs
Amsterdam
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