Objectives of Programme's Learning Outcomes

• In the field of biological sciences and particularly in the field of the biochemistry, molecular and cell biology, possess highly specialised and integrated knowledge and a wide range of skills adding to those covered in the Bachelor's programme in biological sciences.
• Conduct extensive research and development projects related to biological sciences, in biochemistry and in molecular and cell biology.
• Contributing to a project by mastering its complexity and taking into account the objectives, allocated resources and constraints that characterise it.
• Manage and lead research, development and innovation projects.
• Organise and lead a research, development or innovation project to completion.
• Master communication techniques.
• Communicate, both orally and in writing, their findings, original proposals, knowledge and underlying principles, in a clear, structured and justified manner.
• Adapt their communication to a variety of audiences.
• Develop and integrate a high degree of autonomy.
• Pursue further training and develop new skills independently.
• Apply scientific methodology.
• Critically reflect on the impact of their discipline in general, and on the contribution to projects.

Learning Outcomes of UE

Introduction to basic notions of photonic microscopy, discovery of different microscopy modes, and image analysis methods.

UE Content: description and pedagogical relevance

A reminder of optics
Introduction to photonic microscopy
Phase contrast and differential interference contrast viewing modes 
Epifluorescence microscopy
Cameras
Confocal microscopy
Optical resolution
Time-lapse imaging
Image analysis

Prior Experience

Not applicable