Extracellular Vesicles in Health and Disease

  • 4.8
Approx. 12 hours to complete

Course Summary

Learn about the role of extracellular vesicles in health and disease with this Coursera course. Explore the latest research and discoveries in this exciting field.

Key Learning Points

  • Understand the biology and function of extracellular vesicles
  • Explore the role of extracellular vesicles in health and disease
  • Learn about current research and discoveries in this field

Job Positions & Salaries of people who have taken this course might have

  • Medical Scientist
    • USA: $83,000
    • India: ₹6,00,000
    • Spain: €30,000
  • Biomedical Research Scientist
    • USA: $78,000
    • India: ₹7,50,000
    • Spain: €27,000
  • Medical Writer
    • USA: $64,000
    • India: ₹5,00,000
    • Spain: €24,000

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Learning Outcomes

  • Understand the role of extracellular vesicles in health and disease
  • Explore the latest research and discoveries in this field
  • Apply this knowledge to a career in medical science or biomedical research

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

  • Basic knowledge of biology and cell biology
  • Interest in medical science and research

Course Difficulty Level

Intermediate

Course Format

  • Online
  • Self-paced
  • Video lectures

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  • Cell Biology: Mitochondria
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Notable People in This Field

  • Dr. Clotilde Théry
  • Dr. Graça Raposo

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Description

This course aims to provide current understanding about extracellular vesicles (EVs) and their role in health and diseases. The EVs are known to be involved in cell to cell communication. Apart from maintaining normal cell physiology, EVs deliver messages that can drive or influence the progression of a disease. This course discusses recent advances made in the field to give an introduction on their function in health as well as in disease.This course includes four modules. Module 1 is an introduction to the course, and provides an overview of the previous MOOC on EVs “Basics of Extracellular Vesicles”. Module 2 focuses on the role of EVs in physiological conditions and gives various examples on their role in metabolism, inflammation, immunity and pregnancy and coagulation. This module also briefly covers the topic of microorganism-derived EVs such as vesicles from bacteria and discusses EVs from apoptotic and senescent cells. In Module 3, we focus on the role of EVs in cancer: how EVs can mediate communication between the tumour and its microenvironment, the functional role of immune cell-derived EVs in development of cancer, as well as the role of EVs in cancer cell proliferation, survival, metastasis and drug resistance. In Module 4, the role of EVs in diseases of the cardiovascular, haematopoietic, nervous, respiratory and urinary systems, and infectious diseases will be presented.This course is recommended for intermediate learners or anyone who is interested in the field of extracellular vesicles and their role in a particular disease including scientists, clinicians, or cell and molecular biologists who look to broaden their understanding of the field.

Outline

  • Course Goals and Learning Objectives
  • Lecture 1.1: Introduction to MOOC II
  • Lecture 1.2: Overview of MOOC I
  • Start Here
  • Physiological Function of EVs
  • Lecture 2.1— Bacterial Extracellular Vesicles (crosstalk with the microbiome)
  • Lecture 2.2 — Coagulation
  • Lecture 2.3 — Immunity
  • Lecture 2.4 — Metabolism
  • Lecture 2.5 — Pregnancy
  • Lecture 2.6 — Inflammation and Stress Responses
  • Lecture 2.7 — Apoptotic & Senescence Physiological Processes
  • Module 2
  • Pathophysiology of EVs in Cancer
  • Lecture 3.1 — Oncology: Shared Functional Aspects of EVs in Oncology
  • Lecture 3.2 — Oncology: Communication with Tumour Microenvironment
  • Lecture 3.3 — Oncology: Tumour and Immune System Interaction
  • Lecture 3.4 — Oncology: Cancer Proliferation and Survival
  • Lecture 3.5 — Oncology: Cancer Biomarker
  • Module 3
  • Pathophysiology of EVs in Various Diseases
  • Lecture 4.1— Cardiovascular Diseases
  • Lecture 4.2 — Haematological Diseases I
  • Lecture 4.3 — Haematological Diseases II
  • Lecture 4.4 — Diseases of the Nervous System
  • Lecture 4.5 — Infectious Diseases
  • Lecture 4.6 — Urology
  • Lecture 4.7 — Respiratory Diseases
  • Module 4

Summary of User Reviews

This course on extracellular vesicles in health and disease has received positive reviews from students. Many users appreciated the comprehensive coverage of the topic.

Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course

The course provides a comprehensive and in-depth coverage of extracellular vesicles in health and disease.

Pros from User Reviews

  • The course is well-structured and easy to follow.
  • The instructors are knowledgeable and engaging.
  • The course materials are up-to-date and relevant.
  • The course provides practical insights and applications.
  • The course offers a valuable learning experience for healthcare professionals.

Cons from User Reviews

  • Some users found the course content to be too technical and difficult to grasp.
  • Some users felt that the course lacked interactivity and engagement.
  • Some users found the course pace to be too slow and repetitive.
  • The course may not be suitable for beginners in the field.
  • The course does not offer a certificate of completion.
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Approx. 12 hours to complete
Dr Carolina Soekmadji
University of California, Irvine
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