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Microscopy and histology techniques in health and disease - CVOL0161

Title:	Mikroskopické a histologické metody ve zdraví a nemoci
Guaranteed by:	Department of Histology and Embryology 3FM CU (12-HIST)
Faculty:	Third Faculty of Medicine
Actual:	from 2023
Semester:	both
Points:	3
E-Credits:	3
Examination process:
Hours per week, examination:	0/16, C [HS]
Capacity:	winter:unknown / unknown (20) summer:unknown / unknown (20)
Min. number of students:	3
4EU+:	no
Virtual mobility / capacity:	no
Key competences:
State of the course:	taught
Language:	English, Czech
Teaching methods:	full-time
Teaching methods:	full-time
Level:
Note:	course can be enrolled in outside the study plan enabled for web enrollment you can enroll for the course in winter and in summer semester

Guarantor:	RNDr. Radek Pelc, D.Phil.
Comes under:	AVSEOB-VP-2 (ZÁPIS) AVSEOB-VP-3 (ZÁPIS) AVSEOB-VP-4 (ZÁPIS) AVSEOB-VP-5 (ZÁPIS) AVSEOB-VP-6 (ZÁPIS) AVSEOB1-VP-2 (ZÁPIS) AVSEOB1-VP-3 (ZÁPIS) VSEOB-VP-2 (ZÁPIS) VSEOB-VP-3 (ZÁPIS) VSEOB-VP-4 (ZÁPIS) VSEOB-VP-5 (ZÁPIS) VSEOB-VP-6 (ZÁPIS) VSEOB1-VP-2 (ZÁPIS) VSEOB1-VP-3 (ZÁPIS)

Examination dates Schedule

Files		Comments	Added by
	CHYTRA_Optical-Probes_RP-Edit.jpg	Sample essay	RNDr. Radek Pelc, D.Phil.
	SUMMARY+NOTES_For-SIS_2023-06-29.pdf	Course summary	RNDr. Radek Pelc, D.Phil.

Annotation -

Last update: RNDr. Radek Pelc, D.Phil. (13.02.2024)

Thus far, histology has bored countless generations of students. This course aims to counter that by highlighting microscopy and histology techniques useful in physiology, experimental medicine on animal models, and clinical practice. After the 1st (introductory) lecture, every student is free to de-register ("run away") from the course.

Aim of the course -

Last update: RNDr. Radek Pelc, D.Phil. (13.02.2024)

Proper understanding of non-standard microscopic imaging modalities and their limitations, as relevant to histology in health and disease.

Course completion requirements -

Last update: RNDr. Radek Pelc, D.Phil. (16.02.2024)

Students who actively attend at least 75% of classes can obtain the credit straight away.

Others can choose ONE task from the following [1, 2, 3]:

[1] A mini-essay (500 to 1,000 words in Czech or English) about a topic of choice; see "FILES" for a sample essay. A brief discussion about it may be required (in Czech, English or Russian).

[2] An excursion to Purkyně’s exposition outside Prague (Libochovice Castle or Blatná Castle).

[3] Scanning micrographs, depending on current need (max. ½ day).

Deadline for "winter" students: 15 May.

Deadline for "summer" students: 15 July.

TWO tasks may be required from students attending less than 50% of classes.

'Ghost' students who attend only the introductory lecture cannot obtain the credit.

Concessions can be granted to responsible (actively participating) students.

Literature -

Last update: Bc. Kateřina Maternová (26.01.2024)

(A non-compulsory essay-writing aid)

Pelc R., Walz W. & Doucette J.R. (2020)

Neurohistology and Imaging Techniques (Neuromethods, vol. 153)

Springer, New York.

https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-0716-0428-1

(see “ESSAY-WRITING AID” in "Files"/"Soubory" for an extract from the book ... login required)

Syllabus -

Last update: RNDr. Radek Pelc, D.Phil. (13.02.2024)

(see "COURSE SUMMARY" in "Files/Soubory")

- Stereomicroscopy: Dissecting/operation/surgical microscopes
- Modulation-contrast microscopy: Sperm injection into oocytes (in vitro fertilization)
- Phase-contrast microscopy: Detection of cancer, emphysematosis and abnormal erythrocytes
- Digital micrographs: Smartphone-to-microscope adaptors, automatic detection of bacteria
- The 'lost' art of histologic illustrations
- Retinal Müller glia cells as light guides, luminescent proteins in medicine
- Virtual tour of Oxford and Cambridge: The discovery of the synapse

- Excursion to Purkyně's exposition

Some classes (practical demonstrations) will be held at the Academy of Sciences (½ hour later than at 3LF if students prefer so): https://www.uochb.cz/en/contact

Course completion requirements -

Last update: RNDr. Radek Pelc, D.Phil. (16.02.2024)

Students who actively attend at least 75% of classes can obtain the credit straight away.

Others can choose ONE task from the following [1, 2, 3]:

[1] A mini-essay (500 to 1,000 words in Czech or English) about a topic of choice; see "FILES" for a sample essay. A brief discussion about it may be required (in Czech, English or Russian).

[2] An excursion to Purkyně’s exposition outside Prague (Libochovice Castle or Blatná Castle).

[3] Scanning micrographs, depending on current need (max. ½ day).

Deadline for "winter" students: 15 May.

Deadline for "summer" students: 15 July.

TWO tasks may be required from students attending less than 50% of classes.

'Ghost' students who attend only the introductory lecture cannot obtain the credit.

Concessions can be granted to responsible (actively participating) students.