After successful completion of the course, students are able to independently work in a cell culture lab as well as plan and conduct experiments with cells. They have gained theoretical knowledge of the principles and techniques in mammalian cell culture. 

• Cell culture basics (laboratory setup, equipment, aseptic technique, contamination, safety aspects)
• Commonly used cell lines (adherent and suspension cell lines), primary cell culture
• Commonly used cell culture media and supplements
• Basic cell culture techniques (cryopreservation of cells, microscopic evaluation of confluence and morphology, cell counting)
• Transfection and selection, cell line differentiation, characterization of cells
• 3D cell culture, spheroids
• Metabolic activity assays
• Bioprocessing technologies

Presentation and discussion of the subjects with the students

Written exam

Knowledge in cell biology/biochemistry is recommended.