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The Science of Stem Cells
Develop your knowledge and skills on the fundamentals and the invention of the modern research techniques with stem cells in ‘The Science of Stem Cells’ course
Intermediate
Online
5 Weeks
Free
Quick facts
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Medium of instructions
English
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Mode of learning
Self study
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Mode of Delivery
Video and Text Based
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Course overview
The ‘The Science of Stem Cells’ online course is a study about the role of stem cells in the treatment and function in medical science. The basic science course on stem cells is offered by the American Museum of Natural History by the online education provider Coursera. The intermediate level program is conducted for the students or individuals who wish to learn about stem cells. The course curriculum can be completed in ten hours and the course modules and designed for five weeks.
The online training is instructed by Dr. Zehra Dincer(Stem cell educator) from the American Museum of Natural History. The students are provided with the benefits of financial assistance by Coursera and flexible deadlines to complete the course at their own pace. The Science of Stem Cells course certificate is issued to the eligible candidates after completion of the certification program. The valuable insights gained during the course study will help the candidates upskill themselves in the field of basic science.
The highlights
- Online mode
- Extendable deadlines
- Self-Paced learning program
- Intermediate-level course
- Five weeks program
- Ten hours worth of content
- Shareable Certificate
- Subtitles in Arabic, French, Portuguese, Italian, Vietnamese, German, Russian, English, Spanish
Program offerings
- Course videos
- Modules
- Lectures
- Readings
- Exercises
- Quizzes
- Graded assignments
- Tests
- Shareable certificate
- Financial support
- Independent learning
Course and certificate fees
Type of course
The ‘The Science of Stem Cells’ online training is available for the students in the audit version (free) and the paid version which provides access to the course certificate and assignments.
The Science of Stem Cells fee structure
Description | Amount in INR |
Course Fee | Rs. 2361/- |
Audit Fee | Free |
certificate availability
certificate providing authority
certificate fees
Eligibility criteria
Certificate qualifying details
The ‘The Science of Stem Cells’ course certificate that can be shared on the online platform to find jobs is received by the eligible students after completion of the program.
What you will learn
The ‘The Science of Stem Cells’ syllabus is developed for the students to explore the domain of biomedical science specifically stem cells and their role in medicine. The learners will deal with the research and development of the use of stem cells in finding cures for diseases and treating the patients. Students will gain a professional understanding and knowledge from the field experts such as museum scientists, medical researchers, and bioethical experts as they guide students into learning about ethical aspects of stem cell therapy.
Who it is for
The Science of Stem Cells online certification course is designed for students who are interested in learning about the fundamentals of stem cell research and the techniques used by museum scientists and medical researchers.
Admission details
The course admission to the ‘The Science of Stem Cells’ is done by registering online through the Coursera website,
Step 1: With the link below go to the course page on the official website,
https://www.coursera.org/learn/stem-cells
Step 2: Click on the ‘Enroll for Free’ link on the course page.
Step 3: Choose between the audit or purchase course mode.
Step 4: Enter the details and complete the registration.
Filling the form
The applicants are required to enter their name and email address to create an account in Coursera and can register for the course after making the payment or can sign in using their Google or Facebook ID.
The syllabus
Week 1: Introduction to Stem Cells
Videos
Readings
- Syllabus
- Related Resources
- Stem Cell Glossary
Practice exercises
- Module One: What do you know?
- Module One: What have you learned?
Week 2: How do stem cells work
Videos
- Introduction to Module Two
- Cell differentiation, Therapeutic Cloning & Chimeras: Part One
- Cell differentiation, Therapeutic Cloning & Chimeras: Part Two
Reading
- Cloning and Genetic Engineering: How and Why?
Practice exercises
- Module Two: What do you know?
- Module Two: What have you learned?
Week 3: Using stem cells to study diseases
Videos
- Introduction to Module Three
- Reprogramming and Genome Editing for Disease Modeling
- Stem Cells: Developing New Cures
Reading
- Diabetes is a Dish: Using Stem Cells to Study Disease
Practice exercises
- Module Three: What do you know?
- Module Three: What have you learned?
Week 4: Using stem cells to treat diseases
Videos
- Introduction to Module Three
- Reprogramming and Genome Editing for Disease Modeling
- Stem Cells: Developing New Cures
Reading
- Diabetes is a Dish: Using Stem Cells to Study Disease
Practice exercises
- Module Three: What do you know?
- Module Three: What have you learned?
Week 5: The bioethics of stem cell research and therapy
Videos
- Introduction to The Bioethics of Stem Cell Research and Therapy and Conclusion
- The Bioethics of Stem Cell Research and Therapy: Part One
- The Bioethics of Stem Cell Research and Therapy: Part Two
Practice exercises
- Module Five: What do you know?
- Module Five: What have you learned?
Scholarship Details
The students who can’t afford the course fee can get access to the certificate, the graded assignments, and tests by applying for the financial aid provided by Coursera. After the application is approved, the eligible students will be notified to avail of the benefit.
How it helps
The Science of Stem Cells certification program enables students to develop expertise with the research of stem cell therapy and treatment. The course ensures career development for the candidates and the financial aid assists the students who can’t afford the course fee to receive the certificate.
Instructors
Dr Zehra Dincer
Instructor
American Museum of N...
Ph.D
FAQs
The course is developed by the American Museum of National History.
The course is scheduled for five weeks and will take ten hours to complete the course.
Yes, the students can apply for the financial aid provided by Coursera through the link provided on the course page.
Yes, you will receive a shareable certificate after completing the course.
There are no prerequisites required for this course.
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