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Co-Sponsored By:
BioPharmaceutical Technology Center Institute (BTCI)
University of Wisconsin - Madison, Department of Oncology

With generous support from:
Promega Corporation
Fotodyne, Inc.

Offered at BTCI in Madison, Wisconsin 
 

 
TITLE
 

Core Techniques in Protein and Genetic Engineering

 

 
  DATES  
 

July 20-24, 2009
 

 
  COST & REQUIREMENTS  
 
  1. UW-Madison students and special students admitted to the course will enroll through the University registration system and will remit tuition fees directly to the University.
  2. For students who do not wish to receive university credits, a special rate of $1200 is offered. (Documentation of current enrollment in an academic institution is required for confirmation of this special rate.)
  3. For company employees, faculty and all others, the fee is $1,500.

For students in categories (2) and (3), registration for those admitted to the course will be confirmed based on the receipt of payment, or guarantee of payment.

For all participants, the fee for each designated category includes: lecture/lab documentation; lab supplies; and, breakfast and lunch at BTCI on scheduled course days.

Participants are responsible for their own lodging, transportation and dinner expenses; a list of suggested hotels and restaurants will be provided.

Other Requirements:

  • Eligibility: Graduate students, biotechnology and pharmaceutical industry employees, secondary and post-secondary teachers, with a B.S. in either biology or chemistry and a minimum of one advanced course in molecular biology.
  • Application: In addition to completing an application form, graduate students wishing to receive UW credit are required to submit a letter of interest, clarifying eligibility and professional need for course content. This letter can be e-mailed or faxed to Dr. Karin Borgh (karin.borgh@btci.org; fax: 608-273-6992). Deadline: May 9, 2008.  UW application process closed for 2008.

    All others:
    Please complete an application form and we will contact you regarding course details.
  • Enrollment: Course enrollment is limited to 24 participants, with approval for enrollment to be granted by Dr. Karin Borgh, based upon review of application materials. Successful applicants will be informed by May 12th.
 
  CONTENT  
 

Goals & Objectives:

Designed as a model partnership between the educational and business communities, this six-day laboratory course offers participants the opportunity to continue their learning and skill development. Its intensive, integrated format combines lectures, hands-on lab exercises and interactive problem-solving sessions. Participants will benefit from the knowledge and expertise of highly qualified scientists-instructors and researchers who represent the worlds of both academia and the private sector. Tapping the talents of invited speakers, evening talks and round table discussions are designed to supplement daytime activities, stimulating dialogue regarding current issues in biotechnology.

Lectures

  • General and Specialized Vectors
  • Construction of cDNA and Genomic Libraries
  • Detection Methods
  • RNA and DNA Polymerases
  • PCR and Primer Design
  • Nucleic Acid Purification
  • Mutagenesis
  • Reporter Gene Assays
  • In vitro Transcription and Translation
  • Protein Analysis and Immunological Detection
  • Protein Purification

Laboratory Work

  • Clone isolation, purification and propagation
  • Protein purification and activity assays
  • Reverse transcription of RNA
  • Amplification of DNA by PCR
  • Nucleic acid isolation
  • in vitro transcription and translation
  • SDS-Polyacrylamide gel analysis and Western Blotting
Note: Several evening talks will be presented by invited speakers regarding historical perspectives and current issues related to course topics.
 

Resources for Students 2008

 

 
  INSTRUCTORS  
 

Dr. Richard Burgess (Professor, Department of Oncology, UW-Madison)
Dr. Alik Honigman (Professor, Hebrew University Medical School)
Dr. Haim Rosen (Professor, Hebrew University Medical School)
Dr. Keith Wood (Program Manager, Biomolecular Imaging and Reporters)

 
  CANCELLATION  
 
  • If you have registered for a workshop but cannot attend, you may transfer the registration to a colleague within your organization, or you may transfer to another scheduled workshop within 12 months of the original.  There is no charge for transfers.
  • For cancellations made more than two weeks before the start of the workshop, you will be refunded the tuition fee minus a 5% fee.
  • For cancellations made within the two weeks prior to the workshop start date, half the tuition will be refunded.
  • No refunds will be made for non-attendance or withdrawals after the start of each workshop.

Note: BTCI may cancel or postpone any workshop due to unforeseen circumstances. If this occurs, we will provide full tuition reimbursement.  We are not responsible for any related costs, charges, or expenses including imposed penalties by airlines, hotels, or travel agents.
 

 
  FOR MORE INFORMATION  
 
  • For course content, contact: Amy Prevost, M.S., Education Specialist, BioPharmaceutical Technology Center Institute (BTCI)
    5445 East Cheryl Parkway
    Madison, Wisconsin, USA 53711
    608-277-2466: FAX: 608-273-6992
    e-mail: amy.prevost@btci.org
  • For more information regarding registration, contact: Dr. Karin Borgh, Executive Director
    BioPharmaceutical Technology Center Institute (BTCI)
    5445 East Cheryl Parkway
    Madison, Wisconsin, USA 53711
    608-277-2508; FAX:608-273-6992
    e-mail: karin.borgh@btci.org

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