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Johns Hopkins University | EN.510.430

Biomaterials Lab

3.0

credits

Average Course Rating

(4.28)

This laboratory course focuses on the synthesis, characterization, and application of biomaterials in cellular and biomedical research. The class covers a broad range of scenarios where biomaterials play vital roles, including cell culture, gene delivery, tissue modeling, and cell sensing. Students will also learn the basic lab techniques in biomedical research, including cell and tissue cultures, heterologous gene expression, and cell imaging. Recommended Course Background: EN.510.407

Spring 2013

(4.33)

Spring 2015

(4.22)

Spring 2013

Professor: Hai-Quan Mao

(4.33)

The best aspects of the course included the independent research assignments and applicable lessons students learned. The worst aspects of the course included the hefty workload and time consuming assignments. The students felt that some of the guest speakers were not very informative as. The course would improve if the course schedule were better structured and designed for students. Prospective students should be prepared to pace themselves and do lots of independent research to complete a project for the class. 185

Spring 2015

Professor: Kalina Hristova

(4.22)

The best aspects of the course included the opportunity to apply principles learned in class, and the wide range of applications presented. Students reported that while the labs were interesting, there was not much hands-on work which would have better facilitated the learning process. In addition, students suggested that having regular feedback on lab notebooks throughout the semester would have been beneficial. Prospective students should be prepared to stay on top of their weekly work, and should have a background in biomaterials.