Introduction to Stem Cell Therapy

Regenerative medicine and stem cell therapies have long been touted as a revolutionary change in the treatment of disease. While the rate of release of these therapies may not have been as rapid as some expected, we are now seeing the advent of stem cell therapies as viable and powerful options for the treatment of a range of disorders. This course will describe the basics of stem cell biology, the difference between autologous and allogeneic therapies, the different types of stem cell-based therapy, and the culture methods that can be used to produce them. In addition, hands-on practical sessions will allow the trainee to practice the inspection, handling, and culture of stem cells using a variety of technologies. Furthermore, the harvest, cryopreservation, and aseptic filling of a stem cell product will also be conducted.

This course will provide a blend of theory and practical content covering the following indicative sessions:

2 Days Onsite in NIBRT