Learning objectives
The objective of the course is to provide the chemical-physical bases and methodologies for studying, designing and developing non viral vectors, in particular new cationic surfactants that could be used for gene delivery.
Prerequisites
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Course unit content
COLLOID CHEMISTRY: <br />
Dispersed systems: size and shape of colloidal particles. Intermolecular forces in colloidal systems. DLVO theory. Surface tension: determination methods Structure and classification of surfactants. <br />
NON VIRAL VECTORS: <br />
The bases of gene therapy. Non viral methods for gene transfection. New non viral vectors for gene therapy: cationic surfactants <br />
Full programme
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Bibliography
Scientific reviews on specific topics.
Teaching methods
At the end of course the students can take one final written test or, alternatively, an oral examination during normal examination sessions.
Assessment methods and criteria
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Other information
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