Advanced Microscopy and Probes - Postgraduate Module

Program Overview

This program provides advanced knowledge and hands-on experience in bioimaging techniques, including super-resolution microscopy, single-particle tracking, and fluorescence correlation spectroscopy. Students engage in lectures, tutorials, and practical sessions to gain a deep understanding of these techniques. Assessment includes a written examination and a practical report, equally weighted. The program culminates in student-led presentations on recent developments in the field.

Program Outline

Assessment:

• 50% unseen written examination (to assess outcomes 1, 2, 3 & 4)
• 50% practical report (to assess outcomes 2 & 5)

Teaching:

• The module will be delivered in the teaching areas of the Medical School and via online formats.
• Module Lead: Professor Dirk-Peter Herten
• Deputy Lead: Zsombor Koszegi

Other:

• The module consists of a series of lectures and tutorials covering established techniques, such as super-resolution microscopy, single-particle tracking and fluorescence correlation spectroscopy along with sessions on dedicated fluorescent probes, their photo-physics and labelling approaches.
• In tutorials and practical sessions students will gain a more detailed understanding and hands-on experience.
• Finally, the students will explore ongoing developments in the field of advanced bioimaging in student led presentations of recent publications.
These may include important technical developments as well applications showcasing the potential of a technique.