Module I

Course objectives

The course Cell biology of stem cells and applications includes two modules: : Module I Animal stem cells and applications and module II Plant cell stems and applications General skills Module II Knowledge on the basic molecular and cell properties of plant stem cells. Their genetic manipulation and use in Agricultural purpose. Specific skills A) Knowledge and understanding -knowing and understanding the nature of plant stem cells -knowing and understanding the use of stem cells in Agricultural purpose B) Applying knowledge and understanding - be able to use the specific terminology - practicing problem solving in stem cell biology C) Making judgements - critical thinking through the analysis of the main discoveries in plant stem cell biology and how it can complement reaserch in the animal stem cell field. - learning by questioning D) Communication skills -be able to communicate what has been learned during the simulation of a project research discussion E) Learning skills - learning the specific terminology - be able to make the logical connections between the topics covered - be able to identify the most relevant topics

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RAFFAELE DELLO IOIO Lecturers' profile

Program - Frequency - Exams

Course program
Sabrina Sabatini. During the class it will be discussed the molecular mechanisms underlying the formation and maintenance of stem cells in plants. It will be described the role of stem cells in the development of plant tissues and organ formation. Moreover it will be discussed the role of stem cells in generation of organ morphology diversity among species. Subsequently students will be informed about the cutting edge techniques for stem cells activity modification in agricultural biotechnology.
Prerequisites
Molecular Biology Developmental Biology English
Books
Plant Biology. Smith, Coupland et al, CRC press book Mechanisms in plant development, Leyser and Day Selected papers
Frequency
not obligatory
Exam mode
group presentation of a paper
Lesson mode
direct and flip flop classes
RAFFAELE DELLO IOIO Lecturers' profile

Program - Frequency - Exams

Course program
Sabrina Sabatini. During the class it will be discussed the molecular mechanisms underlying the formation and maintenance of stem cells in plants. It will be described the role of stem cells in the development of plant tissues and organ formation. Moreover it will be discussed the role of stem cells in generation of organ morphology diversity among species. Subsequently students will be informed about the cutting edge techniques for stem cells activity modification in agricultural biotechnology.
Prerequisites
Molecular Biology Developmental Biology English
Books
Plant Biology. Smith, Coupland et al, CRC press book Mechanisms in plant development, Leyser and Day Selected papers
Frequency
not obligatory
Exam mode
group presentation of a paper
Lesson mode
direct and flip flop classes
  • Academic year2025/2026
  • CourseCell biology and technology
  • CurriculumSingle curriculum
  • Year2nd year
  • Semester1st semester
  • SSDBIO/11
  • CFU3