MTRAM A: Translational Research Methods and Technologies: Cell Based Methods

In this quarter, students will learn the fundamentals of clinical sample processing, flow cytometry, CYTOF, Luminex, and nanoimmunoassays (NIA). Topics covered include applications, technical considerations, instrument set-up and QC, computational methods for data analysis, interpretation of results, and hands-on instrument demos. At its core, this course teaches the principles of the technologies, conducting data analysis and appreciating how the nature and type of data impact the analysis approach. This course is necessary to provide students with the broader skillset to conduct their capstone project and adapt and grow in the field as technologies change. Prerequisites: Acceptance and enrollment into MTRAM program. Exceptions need to be approved by the MTRAM directors. MTRAM students are required to take 3 units (lecture + lab). 1 unit course is lectures only (no lab).