Learning outcomes

Learning outcomes
Within the curriculum, the “Hot topics in preclinical and clinical research” UE contributes to the acquisition of the following knowledge :
- scientific knowledge of the protocols used in basic, translational and applied research, including drug development and clinical trials  
- knowledge of recent advances in the above fields;
- ability to analyze and evaluate experimental data;
- mastery of scientific content written and/or presented in English 
 
At the end of the course, students will have 
- have deepened their knowledge of the scientific aspect of the disease;
- have acquired knowledge that will enable them to participate in future research into new diagnostic, therapeutic and preventive approaches;
- be able to understand, summarize and interpret critically and autonomously results associated with various types of research carried out in the fields of basic, preclinical and clinical research;
- be able to analyze concrete questions with rigor;
- be familiar with scientific English and its specific vocabulary, and with English-language teaching.
 

 

Goals

The aim of this course is to provide an overview of current issues in basic, preclinical and clinical research (experimental approaches, key discoveries, illustrations of the biomedical researcher's place in the professional world).

Content

The EU comprises a series of lectures (readings/modules) covering very recent developments in biomedical sciences in various fields of research.

Teaching methods

Current topics selected for the current academic year will be taught by the four full professors and various guest lecturers according to their area of expertise. In addition to ex-cathedra lectures, seminars and conference presentations may be included in the course program. Some courses and/or seminars will be taught in English.

Assessment method

Multiple choice questions and/or open questions

Sources, references and any support material

None

Language of instruction

English
Training Study programme Block Credits Mandatory
Bachelor in Biomedical Sciences Standard 0 2
Bachelor in Biomedical Sciences Standard 3 2