Workshops will be organized for groups of 10 people!
Bioimaging
This workshop will delve into advanced bioimaging techniques used to study cancerous and normal cells. Participants will gain hands-on experience with two cutting-edge imaging modalities: confocal microscopy and holotomographic imaging. These technologies are essential tools in modern biomedical research, offering unparalleled insights into cellular processes and structures. Learn the principles of fluorescence-based imaging for high-resolution visualization of cellular components. Understand how holotomography enables 3D visualization of cellular structures, such as organelles, cytoplasmic density, and deformability, without phototoxicity or interference with cellular physiology. This workshop is ideal for researchers, clinicians, and students interested in bioimaging applications in oncology and cellular biology.
Synthesis of water-soluble fluorescent quantum dots
During the workshops, the participants will have an opportunity to synthesize two types of quantum dots of varying sizes and emitting different fluorescence colors: CdTe QDs and carbon QDs. Then, the synthesized nanoparticles will be purified, and their fluorescence will be detected under UV light. Participants will learn about the unique optoelectronic properties of quantum dots and gain knowledge concerning their potential in biomedicine as new-generation molecular probes, enabling high-quality imaging and theranostic agents.
Flow cytometry is a tool for multi-parameter analysis of a single cell.
The workshops are dedicated to young scientists, diagnosticians, pharmacists, and doctors interested in flow cytometry (education points will be awarded). The aim of the workshop is to introduce to the secrets of flow cytometry and good cytometric practices. Examples of cytometric methods used in scientific research and medical diagnostics. Theoretical part will contain the theoretical basis of sample applications used in scientific and diagnostic research: analysis of apoptosis, cell cycle and basic lymphocyte subpopulations. Practical part will include: familiarity with the construction and operation of the cytometer, and performing and analyzing a sample of prepared samples.
Electroporation in vitro
Pulsed electric field (PEF) i.e. electroporation is commonly used to facilitate the delivery of various molecules, including pharmaceuticals, into living cells. This workshop will introduce you to the basics of the electroporation technique in vitro and how to determine if cells are permeabilized.