| Title |
Electron Microscopy Practical Course
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| Dates |
22 - 26 November 2021 (to be confirmed) |
| Organizer(s) |
Christel Genoud, Dr., Electron Microscopy Facility, University of Lausanne |
| Speakers |
Christel Genoud, Dr., Electron Microscopy Facility, University of Lausanne
Jean Daraspe, Electron Microscopy Facility, University of Lausanne
Antonio Mucciolo, Electron Microscopy Facility, University of Lausanne
Damien De Bellis, Electron Microscopy Facility, University of Lausanne
- 2 external (to confirm) |
| Description |
The course with take place at the Electron Microscopy Facility of The University of Lausanne.
Mornings: lectures
Afternoon: hands-on demonstrations + work on your own sample Goals:
- To identify the best EM method for each student samples/questions
- To discover which EM techniques that are available at the EMF could forward your research
- To identify how molecules can be localized in cells or tissues. - To learn the basics of EM image acquisition, analysis and reconstruction
- To understand basic SEM and TEM operating principles
- To gain exposure to various methods of preparing biological samples for EM together with the advantages and disadvantages related to each of these methods
Topics covered:
- TEM, transmission electron microscopy
- TEM sample preparation: chemical and high-pressure freezing procedures
- SEM, scanning electron microscopy
- SEM sample preparation
- Volume EM: TEM- tomography, Focused Ion Beam-SEM, Array Tomography
- Ultramicrotomy, resin sections
- Cryo-ultramicrotomy, the Tokuyasu technique
- Image processing, volume reconstruction, and modelling |
| Program |
MORE INFORMATION WILL FOLLOW |
| Location |
University of Lausanne, Electron Microscopy Facility, Room TBA
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| Information |
The course is organized in collaboration with the CUSO doctoral programs in Microbiology (CUSO Microbiology) and StarOmics (CUSO StarOmics). |
| Expenses |
Reimbursements:
Reimbursements for CUSO MPS Students:
- Train ticket, 2°class, half-fare from your institution to the place of the activity.
- NO reimbursement for your meal expenses.
NEW from 2021: Reimbursement of your travel tickets can be asked online through your MyCUSO.
See HERE for the procedure.
For any question concerning reimbursement please contact the CUSO MPS coordinator Debora Zoia.
Other CUSO Students:
Please contact the coordinator of your Program. |
| Registration |
REGISTRATION IS CLOSE
Deadline for Registration: TBA
12 places available for CUSO students (4 for each participating program)
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| Places |
12 |
| Deadline for registration |
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