Pathological Correlates of Molecular Imaging (MOLI7110)
Information valid for Semester 2, 2020
Course level
Postgraduate Coursework
Faculty
School
Mathematics & Physics School
Units
2
Duration
One Semester
Delivery mode
Flexible Delivery
Class hours
1 Contact hour
Prerequisite
MRES7100
(From 2019 - MOLI7101 + MOLI7102 + MOLI7109)
Restricted
Restricted to MMIT students.
Assessment methods
Knowledge tree 10%, Group presentation 25%, Online Quiz 5%, Final Examination 50%
Course enquiries
Dr Karine Mardon
Course description
Although molecular imaging techniques are non-invasive and are performed in vivo (on the intact living body), it is common to take a tissue biopsy or post mortem sample for further analysis and comparison with the in vivo imaging findings. This unit of study will explore the techniques used to analyse such samples microscopically and how the pathology observed at the cellular level may be correlated with disease related changes observed in vivo through molecular imaging techniques. Topics covered include tissue preparation, staining techniques, light microscopy, autoradiography and pathological interpretation of tissue samples and in vivo images. On completion of this unit, students will have a good understanding of the key cellular processes and features measured by immunohistochemical staining techniques, autoradiography, and their in-vivo counterparts in molecular imaging.