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Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code Course Name Semester Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
MBG4065 Introduction to Stem Cells Spring 3 0 3 6
This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester.

Basic information

Language of instruction: English
Type of course: Non-Departmental Elective
Course Level: Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Dr. Öğr. Üyesi ELIZABETH HEMOND
Course Objectives: In this course, student should learn about the basic biology of embryonic, adult and cancer stem cells, molecular mechanisms of self renewal, differentiation and plasticity, reproductive and therapeutic cloning, epigenetic changes associated with stem cells, use of stem cells in cell based therapies and its ethical considerations.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1. Have a general understanding on stem cell biology.
2. Learn the basic features of stem cells and discuss the related mechanisms beneath.
3. Understand the effects of stem cells on the epigenetic changes.
4. Discuss stem cell based therapies and the related ethical issues stem from the uses of those therapies.
5. Categorize the stem cells.

Course Content

Basic biology of embryonic, adult and cancer stem cells. Molecular mechanisms of self renewal, differentiation and plasticity. Reproductive and therapeutic cloning. Epigenetic changes associated with stem cells. Use of stem cells in cell based therapies and its ethical considerations.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introduction and classification of stem cells
2) Basic biology of stem cells (self-renewal, pluripotency, plasticity, asymmetric division, niche)
3) Embryonic Stem Cells
4) Epiblast Stem Cells
5) Induced Pluripotent Stem Cells
6) Germline Stem Cells, Epigenetic Reprogramming I
7) Germline Stem Cells, Epigenetic Reprogramming II
8) Cancer Stem Cells
9) Mesenchymal Stem Cells
10) Hematopoeitic stem cells
11) Organ Specific Stem Cells (Neural- Vascular Endothelial, Pancreatic)
12) Organ Specific Stem Cells (Hepatic, Cardiac)
13) Organ Specific Stem Cells (Epidermal, Lung)
14) Review

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Weekly course notes will be provided
References: Stem Cells Handbook, Steward Sell Publisher, 2003,ISBN 13: 9781588291134

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance 10 % 5
Homework Assignments 1 % 15
Midterms 1 % 30
Final 1 % 50
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 50
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 50
Total % 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 14 3 42
Study Hours Out of Class 14 8 112
Midterms 1 2 2
Final 1 2 2
Total Workload 158

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) To be able to apply theoretical concepts related to mass communication, consumer behavior, psychology, persuasion,sociology, marketing, and other related fields to understand how advertising and brand communication works in a free-market economy. 2
2) To be able to critically discuss and interpret theories, concepts, methods, tools and ideas in the field of advertising. 2
3) To be able to research, create, design, write, and present an advertising campaign and brand strategies of their own creation and compete for an account as they would at an advertising agency. 2
4) To be able to analyze primary and secondary research data for a variety of products and services. 2
5) To be able to develop an understanding of the history of advertising as it relates to the emergence of mass media outlets and the importance of advertising in the marketplace. 2
6) To be able to follow developments, techniques, methods, as well as research in advertising field; and to be able to communicate with international colleagues in a foreign language. (“European Language Portfolio Global Scale”, Level B1) 2
7) To be able to take responsibility in an individual capacity or as a team in generating solutions to unexpected problems that arise during implementation process in the Advertising field. 3
8) To be able to understand how advertising works in a global economy, taking into account cultural, societal, political, and economic differences that exist across countries and cultures. 2
9) To be able to approach the dynamics of the field with an integrated perspective, with creative and critical thinking, develop original and creative strategies. 2
10) To be able to to create strategic advertisements for print, broadcast, online and other media, as well as how to integrate a campaign idea across several media categories in a culturally diverse marketplace. 2
11) To be able to use computer software required by the discipline and to possess advanced-level computing and IT skills. (“European Computer Driving Licence”, Advanced Level) 2
12) To be able to identify and meet the demands of learning requirements. 2
13) To be able to develop an understanding and appreciation of the core ethical principles of the advertising profession. 2