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Intro course Research & Development

Stem Cells and Applied Regenerative Medicine

(8MEA11) Stem cell research and regenerative medicine are new interdisciplinary fields in biomedical sciences that aim to replace defective parts or cells in the human body. The aim of this course is to introduce students into selected topics of regenerative medicine, and to provide deeper knowledge about stem cells.

Course info

  • Type: University Course
  • Organization: Linköpings Universitet
  • Language: English
  • Place: Linköping
  • Start date: HT 2026
Course Information

Photo: Emma Busk Winquist | Linköpings Universitet

 

More specifically , the course contains:

  • Classification, biological properties, and differentiation of stem cells
  • Epigenetic regulation of stem cell fate
  • Stem cell-biomaterial interactions for regenerative medicine
  • Methods and mechanisms for genetic manipulation of stem cells
  • The activation of host’s immune system during organ- and stem cell transplantation
  • Cell reprogramming and cell tracking
  • Techniques for in vivo visualization of cells and tissue
  • Transfer of experimental therapies from the laboratory to the clinic
  • Ethical issues in stem cell research

Course code: 8MEA11
Course format: University Master’s Course
Course duration: 7.5 ECTS