An Introduction To Cell Culture: An Introductory Lesson on How to Culture and Handle Mammalian Cells

     Presented By Mark Rothenberg, Ph.D.

     Tuesday, November 10, 2009
     12 noon - 1 pm EST or 17:00 - 18:00 (UK); 18:00 - 19:00 (Europe)

     Thursday, November 12, 2009
     9:00 am - 10:00 am EST or 14:00 - 15:00 (UK); 15:00 - 16:00 (Europe)

This seminar will introduce the history, theory, basic techniques and potential pit-falls of mammalian cell culture. It is designed for the novice, or someone interested in updating their techniques or knowledge in the field. Topics to be discussed include:

• The importance of cell culture
• The history and it’s impact on today’s science
• What do I need to set up a cell culture laboratory?
• What are the practical theories of cell culture and how can I use them in my laboratory
• What are the issues I should be concerned about when performing mammalian cell culture?

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Surface Treatments for Fastidious Cells

     Presented By John So, M.S.

     Tuesday, December 15, 2009
     12 noon - 1 pm EST or 17:00 - 18:00 (UK); 18:00 - 19:00 (Europe)

     Thursday, December 17, 2009
     9:00 am - 10:00 am EST or 14:00 - 15:00 (UK); 15:00 - 16:00 (Europe)

Many variables can influence the cell culture environment and need to be addressed for proper optimization.  In this seminar, some of these variables will be discussed with a focus on cell culture surfaces. The vast majority of attachment-dependent mammalian cell culture is performed on polystyrene. Therefore, a general overview of different surface treatments will lead into a discussion of why cells attach to some surfaces better than others and how this can influence cellular functionality. Lastly, tips and suggestions will be provided for working with fastidious cells.

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"We are not getting information like this from any where. The seminar was amazing, very useful to my work. Thanks for organizing these sessions."

"Great tips! I'll pass along information I learned here to my colleagues to let them know how we should conduct cell culture properly. Many thanks indeed again."

"I use your seminars as training for new employees and estimate they save my company more than $24,000 a year in training costs."

"I have been doing cell culture for 20+ years, and found the presentation informative and thought provoking. One can never learn enough about cell culture as it is an evolving art/science."

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