Gene Editing with CRISPR: 3 Day Training Workshop

This rigorous three-day program is ideal for basic research and translational biology scientists who are looking for a balanced theoretical vs. hands-on introduction to CRISPR toolkit.  Taught by active researchers, this workshop features several cutting-edge presentations delivered by experts in the CRISPR/Cas9 field along with an intensive schedule of laboratory exercises. This program will focus on CRISPR principles, strategies for successful project design, available expertise and resources, as well as a wealth of CRISPR technology diverse applications.

Lecture Topics

• Introduction into Basic Principles of Genome Editing Technologies
• Mechanisms of Double-Stranded DNA Break Repair
• Structural Aspects of Target Recognition by CRISPR/Cas9/sgRNA Complexes
• Biologic Diversity of Targeted Nucleases
• Comparative Assessment of CRISPR and RNAi Technologies
• Development of In Vitro/Cell Culture Models using CRISPR
• Engineering Mouse Models via CRISPR Mutagenesis for Basic and Translational Research and as an Experimental Platform for Preclinical Drug Development
• CRISPR/Cas9 Applications for Genome Editing in Pluripotent Stem Cells
• CRISPR/Cas9 Libraries and Their Unparalleled Value in Functional Screening and Gene Discovery Studies
• Emerging Clinical Applications of CRISPR/Cas9 Technology as a Promising Gene Therapy/Mutation Correction Strategy
• Bioinformatics Resources and Reagent Sources to Facilitate Successful Design and Implementation of CRISPR Projects.
• Ethical and Biological Safety Aspects of CRISPR/Cas9 Technology

“It was my first experience with professional development workshop in the USA. I liked it a lot. It was well organized, flexible and friendly. It helped to put in order my preceding knowledge and gain more.”

Larisa Ryzhara, MD, PhD
Staff Scientist II, Maine Medical Center Research Institute
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