Wave motion, electromagnetic theory, electromagnetic spectrum, propagation of light , measurement of optical properties of tissues, optics, microscopy, lasers, mechanisms of laser-tissue ineractions, lasers in surgery, tissue welding, laser tweezers, lasers in imaging, diagnostic applications, electrosurgery versus laser surgery, laser safety.
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Introduction, wave motion; plane, spherical and cylindrical waves, Electromagnetic theory, electromagnetic waves, energy and momentum of radiation. Dipole emission, emission and absorption by atoms and molecules, black body radiation, electromagnetic spectrum.
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Propagation of light: reflection, refraction, scattering, interference and diffraction. Measurement of optical properties of tissue, Geometrical optics, fiberoptics. Microscopy and limits of resolution, mechanisms of contrast.
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Eye and vision, perception of color. Spontaneous and stimulated emission, principle of laser, cavity modes, lasing media, pumping mechanisms, continuous and pulsed regimes.
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"Mechanisms of laser-tissue interactions I: Photochemical. Photodynamic therapy,
photostimulation, cytotoxicity of UV light."
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Mechanisms of laser-tissue interactions II: Photothermal. Heat generation, heat conduction and distribution. Thermal damage to tissue. Laser-Induced Interstitial Thermotherapy (LIIT).
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Mechanisms of laser-tissue interactions III: Photomechanical. Explosive evaporation, shock and acoustic waves, cavitation, jet formation.
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Mechanisms of laser-tissue interactions IV: Dielectric breakdown, plasma-mediated ablation.
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Lasers in Ophthalmology.
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Lasers in Dermatology.
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Lasers in General Surgery, Cardiovascular Surgery, Gynecology. Tissue welding. Low power lasers. Micromanipulation and cell surgery.
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Lasers in Imaging.
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Diagnostic applications: Autofluorescence, Raman spectroscopy, Scattering Light Spectroscopy, Doppler velocimetry.
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"Electrosurgery: Mechanisms of interaction and tissue damage. Pros and cons vs.
laser surgery."
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Laser safety: lasers classification.
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Program Outcomes |
Level of Contribution |
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Utilize the wealth of information stored in computer databases to answer basic biological questions and solve problems such as diagnosis and treatment of diseases. |
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Acquire an ability to compile and analyze biological information, clearly present and discuss the conclusions, the inferred knowledge and the arguments behind them both in oral and written format. |
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Develop critical, creative and analytical thinking skills. |
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Develop effective communication skills and have competence in scientific speaking, reading and writing abilities in English and Turkish. |
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Gain knowledge of different techniques and methods used in genetics and acquire the relevant laboratory skills. |
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Detect biological problems, learn to make hypothesis and solve the hypothesis by using variety of experimental and observational methods. |
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Gain knowledge of methods for collecting quantitative and qualitative data and obtain the related skills. |
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Conduct research through paying attention to ethics, human values and rights. Pay special attention to confidentiality of information while working with human subjects. |
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Obtain basic concepts used in theory and practices of molecular biology and genetics and establish associations between them. |
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Search and use literature to improve himself/herself and follow recent developments in science and technology. |
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Be aware of the national and international problems in the field and search for solutions. |
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