Animal Models of Human Diseases

Recommended Prerequisites

Basic knowledge and competences in biomedical sciences are required. The course can be held in both Portuguese or English.

Teaching Methods

Lectures will be given by a group of leading experts in animal models of human diseases. Beyond that, work in laboratory environment and small group discussions will allow the PhD students to brainstorm around new research ideas and develop new research projects, always with a face to face interaction with the faculty members. Critical analysis of published research articles will also be performed.

Work Placement(s)

No

Head Lecturer(s)

Maria Filomena Rabaça Roque Botelho

Assessment Methods

Assessment
Continuous evaluation of the students will be performed during course. There will also be a theoretical evaluation.: 100.0%

Bibliography

1. Scientific papers and dedicated books in the areas referred above.

2. “Methods in mammary gland biology and breast cancer research”. Margot M Ip and Bonnie B Asch. Kluwer Academy, New York

3. “Metastasis research protocols, Vol II”. Susan A Brooks and Udo Schumacher. Humana Press, New Jersey.

4. “Principles of laboratory animal sciences”. LFM Van Zutphen, V Baumens, AC Beynen. Elsevier.