UKM Medical Molecular Biology Institute

 Leading Institute in Molecular Medicine

Professional Certificate In CRISPR Technology

HPP1: To discuss the principle and mechanism of gene editing and modulations using CRISPR technology

HPP2: To elaborate the experimental workflow and technical aspects of CRISPR technology-mediated gene editing and modulations

HPP3: To design the experimental workflow for editing gene in cell line using CRISPR technology

HPP4: To conduct gene editing experiment in eukaryotic cells using CRISPR technology.

This Professional Certificate comprises two courses that will cover the theory and practical (laboratory hands-on) aspects of CRISPR Technology, primarily on CRISPR-mediated gene editing and modulations in human cells. Below are the course details with a total of 3 credits:

No.CodeCourseCredit
1.SPJJ5111Fundamental and Application of CRISPR Technology1.0
2.SPJJ5122Gene Editing and Modulation2.0
TOTAL CREDIT HOURS3.0

The following prerequisites apply to admission:

1. A bachelor’s degree in an area related to Biology, Genetics, or such;

OR

2. A bachelor’s degree in another field with at least two years of relevant job experience;

OR

3. Possess a diploma and at least three years of work experience in a relevant industry.

COURSE TOPICS

Topic 1: CRISPR as bacteria adaptive immunity system

Topic 2: Principle of CRISPR gene editing in eukaryotes

Topic 3: Cas protein variants and application of CRISPR technology

Topic 4: CRISPR ethical issues

Topic 5: General CRISPR workflow and technical aspects

Topic 1: CRISPR experimental workflow and study design (Part I)

Topic 2: CRISPR experimental workflow and study design (Part II)

Topic 3: Laboratory practical (Part Ia-1c) – Cloning, bacterial transformation and clonal validation

Topic 4: Laboratory practical (Part IIa-IIe) – CRISPR delivery, cells selection, harvesting and validation of edited cells

Topic 5: CRISPR experiment case studies and results discussion

TIME TABLE

PROGRAMME INSTRUCTORS AND ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF

ACCOMODATION

Hotels nearby UMBI:

  1. Hotel Sri Permaisuri Cheras (3-star hotel)
  2. Hotel EST Kuala Lumpur
  3. International Youth Centre (IYC) Residence
  4. Hotel Maple Inn
  5. V Hotel Kuala Lumpur
  6. Crystal Garden Hotel

Low Budget hotels are also available nearby the UMBI. Please refer to any hotel booking website for further information.

**Important Note: Kindly be noted that the organizer will not be liable for any claim or responsibility in regards of the listed accommodation above. for accommodation booking and reservation, please click the appropriate links and follow the guidelines in the respective website.

FEE

RM2,900.00

CONTACT PERSON

  Ts. Dr. Saiful Effendi Syafruddin (effendisy@ppukm.ukm.edu.my)

Nurul Izza Umar (izzaumar@ukm.edu.my)

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