Stem cells

Course: BIOLOGY (Master) FULL-TIME

Structural unit: Biology And Medicine Institute Science Educational Center

Title
Stem cells
Code
Module type
Вибіркова дисципліна для ОП
Educational cycle
Second
Year of study when the component is delivered
2025/2026
Semester/trimester when the component is delivered
2 Semester
Number of ECTS credits allocated
4
Learning outcomes
PR19.12 Apply specialized professional knowledge and practical skills to address research and practical tasks in the field of reproductive biology, and develop practical recommendations based on research findings in reproductive biology and related sciences. PR20.12 Develop a systematic approach to the analysis and interpretation of new findings on the characteristics of ontogenetic development under normal and pathological conditions, drawing on advanced knowledge acquired through professionally oriented practical courses.
Form of study
Full-time form
Prerequisites and co-requisites
1. Successful mastering of disciplines "Cytology", "Histology", "Biology of individual development", "Molecular biology", "Biochemistry", "Genetics", "Human and animal physiology", "Immunology". 2. Ability to independently apply knowledge of cytology, histology, molecular biology, biochemistry, genetics, etc. disciplines for solving specific scientific and practical problems; work with scientific and scientific-methodical literature. 3. Possession of basic skills of systems analysis.
Course content
The course focuses primarily on developing students’ theoretical understanding and practical skills related to methods for isolating and culturing stem cells of various origins. It provides a clear understanding of the processes of proliferation, cell determination, and differentiation in animal cells; identifies the major stem cell niches and the pathways and mechanisms of stem cell migration; and examines the general and specific characteristics of stem cells from different sources, including embryonic, fetal, and adult (tissue-specific) stem cells. The course “Stem Cells” opens up opportunities for research into and the application of stem cells from various sources to address practical challenges in regenerative and reproductive medicine.
Recommended or required reading and other learning resources/tools
1. Сукач О.М., Іонов І.А., Всеволодська С.О. Вступ до біології стовбурової клітини. О г л я д/ Біорізноманіття, екологія та експериментальна біологія, 2021. 23, №2. С.47-60. 2. Mummery Christine L., van de Stolpe Anja, ... Clevers Hans Stem Cells. Scientific Facts and Fiction/ Book, Third Edition, 2021. -411 p. 3. Essentials of Stem Cell Biology /Ed. by: RLanza &A.Atala - Book• Third Edition • 2014/ - 680 p. 4. Білько, Д. І. Методи культури клітин і тканин у біології, біотехнології та. / Д. І. Білько. – Київ: НаУКМА, 2017. – 88 с. 5. Рибальченко Т.В., Кузнєцова Г.М., Дзержинський М.Е., Рибальченко В.К.. Механізми клітинної диференціації, – Київ : ВПЦ "Київський університет", 2017. – 383 с. 6. Stepanov YV, Golovynska I, Ostrovska G, et al. Human mesenchymal stem cells increase LLC metastasis and stimulate or decelerate tumor development depending on injection method and cell amount. Cytometry A. 2024;105(4):252-265.
Planned learning activities and teaching methods
Lectures, independent work, practical classes.
Assessment methods and criteria
- semester assessment: 1. Modular test 1. - PH 1.1 -4.1– 20 points / 10 points 2. Modular test 2. - PH 1.2- 4.1 - 20 points / 10 points 3. Practical classes - PH 2.1; 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 3.1, 3.2 - 8 points / 4 points 4. Preparation of the presentation / report РН1.1- 4.1 -8 points / 4 points 5. Oral answers / additions PH 1.1-4.1 - 4 points / 2 points - final assessment: in the form of an exam
Language of instruction
Ukrainian

Lecturers

This discipline is taught by the following teachers

Galyna Vitaliivna Ostrovska
Department of Cytology, Histology and Reproductive Medicine
Biology And Medicine Institute Science Educational Center

Departments

The following departments are involved in teaching the above discipline

Department of Cytology, Histology and Reproductive Medicine
Biology And Medicine Institute Science Educational Center