Number of participants: |
approximately 20 |
Applications close: |
APPLICATIONS ARE NOW CLOSED
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Overview: |
Reverse genetic techniques have become proven and
essential tools for laboratories studying the biological role of proteins and genes in the malaria parasite.
The aim of this course is to equip participants with the necessary expertise
to construct transgenic Plasmodium
falciparum (human) and Plasmodium berghei (rodent) parasites and
to apply knowledge gained in their home laboratories. The course will emphasise the most up-to-date
transfection technologies.
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Course components: |
Lectures and practical
sessions covering the following topics:
- Malaria parasites and their genomes
- Cultivation, transfection and selection of P. falciparum and P.
berghei
- Transfection vector design and construction
- Use of drug resistance and visual markers
- Analysis of transgenic parasites
- New technologies
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Course Programme: |
Details to follow |
Faculty: |
WEHI, Australia |
Alan Cowman and Brendan Crabb (Joint Chairs)
Tania de Koning-Ward
Paul Gilson
Julie Healer
Chris Tonkin |
BIOTEC, Thailand |
Sumalee Kamchonwongpaisan
Chairat Uthaipibull
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LUMC,
The Netherlands | Andy Waters |
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Faculty will instruct participants in hands-on practical aspects of transfection and analysis.
Faculty will deliver tutorials/technical lectures that complement the practical course. Internationally renowned malaria researchers will deliver lectures and seminars throughout the course.
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Registration: |
There is no registration fee. Course costs and accommodation will be covered by HHMI/TDR/BIOMALPAR |
Travel Costs: |
Participants from developed countries will be expected to bear their own travel expenses. A limited number of travel bursaries will be awarded on a competitive basis to applicants from developing countries, particularly Africa. |
