Differentiation Biology and Cell Therapies

The aim of the course is to provide students with the broadest and most integrated framework of biological processes underlying the development and differentiation of different tissues and the comprehension of the pathophysiological aspects of some of the most common genetic and non-genetic diseases. This teaching also provides for a broad knowledge of the basic approaches to Regenerative Medicine such as Gene and Cell Therapy. The goal is to train students on recent discoveries in this area and implement their communication and critical skills.

At the end of the course, the student will have learned 1) the main and most well-known molecular mechanisms underlying the differentiation of a tissue 2) the pathophysiological mechanisms underlying the most common genetic and not genetic diseases 3) the characteristics and potency of stem cells and the use of an integrated approach among cellular, genetic and pharmacological approach in the treatment of human pathologies.