OD9130 – Advances in Stem Cells for Tissue Reconstruction

Course content

The course will introduce students to cutting-edge research and emerging technologies in the field. Students will explore the latest developments in stem cell biology, tissue engineering, and regenerative therapies, including clinical applications and translational research.

Key topics would include stem cells sources, differentiation, protocols, biomaterial scaffolds, engineered exosomes, and therapeutic strategies for tissue repair and regeneration.

Learning outcome

Knowledge

The learning outcomes include but are not limited to:

  • Understand principles of stem cells biology, including sources, properties, and differentiation potential.
  • Explore advanced techniques for stem cell culture expansion and in vitro manipulation.

Skills

  • Evaluate the role of biomaterial scaffolds and tissue engineering approaches in guiding stem cell behavior and tissues regeneration.
  • Understand challenges and opportunities associated with translating stem cell-based therapies

Admission to the course

The course is open to all registered PhD students.

Special admission requirements

No special admission requirements.

Formal prerequisite knowledge

No mandatory prerequisites.
Participants should have a basic understanding of stem cell biology (e.g., pluripotency, differentiation) and tissue engineering principles for regenerative medicine. Familiarity with laboratory techniques, such as stem cell culture (e.g., maintaining MSCs, iPSCs) would be advantageous. Prior experience in scientific writing (e.g., lab reports, literature reviews) is recommended to enable critical analysis and essay composition. Students with this foundational background will engage more deeply with advanced topics in stem cell-based tissue reconstruction. Introductory reading material will also be provided to accommodate participants without prior wet lab experience and stem cell biology exposure.

Teaching

Teaching will consist of synchronous and asynchronous teaching approaches. Mandatory Attendance includes 3 2-hour lectures and 2 hands-on workshops with absences requiring prior approval.

Examination

Week 1: Lecture 1

Week 2: Lecture 2

Week 3: Workshop 1; deliverable: essay topic approval

Week 4: Independent Research

Week 5: Submit outline (submit 1,500-word draft for feedback)

Week 6: Work on Peer Review (evaluation of the essay of one peer)

Week 7: Workshop 2 with group feedback session

Week 8: Lecture 3 and submission of 3,000-word essay (±20%)

Weeks 9: Final Presentations -10-min talk + 5-min Q&A

Week 10: Final Submission: Revised slides and reflection statement

Examination support material

To be announced.

Language of examination

All work submitted must adhere to formal academic English standards, including, discipline-appropriate terminology and flawless citation management of all sources.

Resit an examination

Late submissions follow standard penalty protocols.

More about examinations at UiO

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Last updated from FS (Felles studentsystem) Nov. 6, 2026 2:08:10 AM

Facts about this course

Level
PhD
Credits
5
Teaching language
English
Course fee
The study fee is determined in accordance with the University of Oslo's (UiO) guidelines.

Contact

Faculty of Dentistry