What promise do stem cells hold for the treatment of medical conditions? In this five-part online course you will explore the history and basic biology of stem cells, learn about new research techniques, and find out how stem cells could lead to cures for diseases and to individualized medicine. You will hear from Museum scientists, medical researchers at the frontiers of the field, and a panel of bioethics experts who will address the ethical implications of stem cell research and therapy. Learn what has already been accomplished, what challenges remain, and what medical breakthroughs may lie ahead.
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アメリカ自然史博物館（American Museum of Natural History）
シラバス - 本コースの学習内容
週
12時間で修了
Introduction to Stem Cells
Welcome to The Science of Stem Cells! You will begin with a basic overview of stem cells--what they are, the history of stem cell research, and the potential for stem cell therapies. You will also learn from AMNH biologist Julia Zichello that stem cells are found throughout the tree of life.
6件のビデオ （合計34分）, 3 readings, 2 quizzes
6件のビデオ
History of Stem Cells14 分
Why are Stem Cells Important?5 分
Stem Cells in Other Organisms4 分
3件の学習用教材
Syllabus10 分
Related Resources10 分
Stem Cell Glossary10 分
2の練習問題
Module One: What do you know?10 分
Module One: What have you learned?20 分
週
22時間で修了
How Do Stem Cells Work?
This week, New York University’s Dr. Esteban Mazzoni will discuss how scientists can coax stem cells to differentiate into particular cell types. Dr. Mazzoni will also talk about new stem cell-assisted technologies such as mitochondrial replacement therapy and generating chimeras for organ transplantation. You will also get some background information on the science and ethics of cloning.
3件のビデオ （合計53分）, 1 reading, 2 quizzes
1件の学習用教材
Cloning and Genetic Engineering: How and Why?10 分
2の練習問題
Module Two: What do you know?10 分
Module Two: What have you learned?20 分
週
31時間で修了
Using Stem Cells to Study Disease
We have covered the process by which scientists can differentiate cells in a culture dish. Now you will look at how scientists can use these cell to model diseases in a culture dish. Dr. Andrew Sproul from Columbia University explains how cultured cells can be used to understand the cause of diseases and to look for drugs that will potentially cure them. His research is on Alzheimer’s disease. You will also explore how how stem cells have the potential to help with the study of diabetes.
3件のビデオ （合計46分）, 1 reading, 2 quizzes
1件の学習用教材
Diabetes in a Dish: Using Stem Cells to Study Disease10 分
2の練習問題
Module Three: What do you know?10 分
Module Three: What have you learned?20 分
週
41時間で修了
Using Stem Cells to Treat Disease
In addition to the great potential of stem cells to be used in the study of disease, stem cells can also be used to actually treat disease. Neural stem cell pioneer Dr. Sally Temple will explain the potential for using stem cells in our own bodies (adult stem cells) to treat age-related macular degeneration, an increasingly common and debilitating disease. Dr. Temple will also give you some tools for evaluating potential stem cell treatments.
3件のビデオ （合計34分）, 1 reading, 2 quizzes
1件の学習用教材
Developmental Neuroscientist Dr. Sally Temple Wants to Help Prevent Blindness—and Looks to the Future10 分
2の練習問題
Module Four: What do you know?10 分
Module Four: What have you learned?20 分
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This is a great course and I really enjoyed each week and the topics debated. I was able to expand my knowledge about stem cells and learned a lot. Thanks to all the involved in this course!
Excellent, well presented course. The content was difficult and I reviewed some of the videos several times, even with a science background. I highly recommend this!
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Dr. Zehra Dincer
Course Instructorアメリカ自然史博物館（American Museum of Natural History）について
The American Museum of Natural History is one of the world’s preeminent scientific, educational and cultural institutions. Since its founding in 1869, the Museum has advanced its global mission to discover, interpret, and disseminate information about human cultures, the natural world, and the universe through a wide-ranging program of scientific research, education, and exhibition.
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