Veidlapa Nr. M-3 (8)
Study Course Description
Nanotechnology in Medicine
Course Code
FK_059
Branch of Science
Clinical medicine
ECTS
3.00
Target Audience
Life Science
LQF
Level 7
Study Type And Form
Full-Time
Study Course Implementer
Course Supervisor
Jevgenijs Proskurins
Structure Unit Manager
Jevgenijs Proskurins
Structural Unit
Department of Physics
Contacts
Riga, 26a Anninmuizas boulevard, 1st floor, Rooms 147 a and b, fizika@rsu.lv, +371 67061539
About Study Course
Objective
To provide students with an introduction to the fundamental physical principles of nanotechnology, its applications in biomedicine and related scientific research.
Preliminary Knowledge
Basic knowledge of physics, mathematics and anatomy.
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge
1.Know the physical principles of nanotechnology and examples of practical applications of nanotechnology in modern biomedicine.
Skills
1.1. Use nanotechnology terms correctly. 2. Outline the role of nanomedicine in the development of classical medicine. 3. Propose possible solutions for modern diagnostic and therapeutic medicine using the acquired knowledge of the application of nanotechnology in medicine.
Competences
1.Upon completion of the study course, students will be able to assess the current and potential effects of nanomaterials and nanotechnologies on the human body and be able to justify their use in nanomedicine and nanodiagnostics.
Assessment
Individual work
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- Study the course materials (e.g. video lectures in E-Studies, literature).
- Complete course assignments (e.g. read a publication, answer questions, summarise information and post on a forum).
- Prepare a presentation on the chosen topic within the content of the course.
In order to evaluate the quality of the study course as a whole, the student must fill out the study course evaluation questionnaire on the Student Portal.
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Examination
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Examination |
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10 points
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The ability to independently solve problems (pass), demonstrate understanding of nanotechnology in written forum (20%) and oral presentation (30%), answer exam questions (50%) will be tested. |
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Study Course Theme Plan
FULL-TIME
Part 1
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Lecture
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Location
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On site
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Auditorium
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4
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Topics
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Magnetic nanoparticles for biomedical applications. Medical micro- and nanorobots.
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Lecture
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Contact hours
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On site
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Auditorium
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4
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Topics
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Methods and equipment for the characterisation of nanomaterials. Interaction of nanomaterials with biological systems. Nanoencapsulation for drug delivery to tumour cells and across the blood-brain barrier. Nanoparticles and nanoencapsulation for insulin delivery.
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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Off site
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Video
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4
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Topics
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Nanobiosensors. Nanopharmaceuticals. Nanotechnology in regenerative medicine and tissue engineering. Microfluidics. Bio-MEMS and NEMS devices. Lab-on-a-chip.
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Lecture
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Contact hours
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Off site
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Video
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4
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Topics
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Translating nanotechnology into everyday medicine. Basic principles of nanoethics. Nanotoxicology.
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Lecture
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Modality
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Location
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Contact hours
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Off site
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Video
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4
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Topics
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Quantum dots for biomedical applications. Nanotechnology applications in oncology. Nanoparticles in molecular and cellular imaging.
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Lecture
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On site
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Auditorium
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4
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Topics
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Nanomedicine and medical nanoscience, its development and significance. Challenges and opportunities for nanotechnology. Nanoparticles. Nanostructures. Biomimetics.
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Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
3.00
Contact hours:
24 Academic Hours
Final Examination:
Exam (Written)
Bibliography
Required Reading
1.
Understanding Nanomedicine: An Introductory Textbook. Rob Burgess, June 18, 2012, by Pan Stanford. Textbook - 524 Pages.
2.
Webster, T. J. (Ed.). (2012). Nanomedicine: Technologies and applications. Elsevier Science & Technology.Suitable for English stream
3.
Hartmut Zabel. (2017). Radiology, Lasers, Nanoparticles and Prosthetics. De Gruyter.Suitable for English stream
4.
Sattler, K. D. (Ed.). (2010). Handbook of nanophysics: Nanomedicine and nanorobotics. Taylor & Francis Group.Suitable for English stream
5.
Wang, X., Ramalingam, M., Kong, X., & Zhao, L. (Eds.). (2018). Nanobiomaterials: Classification, fabrication and biomedical applications. John Wiley & Sons, Incorporated.
Other Information Sources
1.
Nanomedicine: Nanotechnology, Biology and Medicine | Journal | ScienceDirect.com by Elsevier.Suitable for English stream
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Advanced Science | Journal | OnlineLibrary.Wiley.com by Wiley.Suitable for English stream
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European Technology Platform Nanomedicine