Molecular Cloning and Gene Expression of Antiviral Gene
Suzhou
Date: Aug. 04th - Aug. 08th
Subjects: Bimedicine, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology
Natural immunity is the host's first line of defense. Natural immune receptors monitor and recognize foreign invading pathogenic microbes in real time and initiate an anti-microbial immune response when microbes enter the host cell, activating different cytoplasmic receptors. Signals triggered by the different cytoplasmic receptors are ultimately received by STING receptors, which induce the production of type I interferons and pro-inflammatory cytokines.
Students will learn about the central role of STING in viral defense and new clues for the prevention or treatment of infectious diseases.
Teaching Faculty
Experts in anti-infection immunity research from national research institutes are specially invited.
Cutting-edge Topics
Systematically learn the knowledge of STING genes and virus defense, such as CRISPR-Cas9, and the principle and applications of Sanger sequencing.
Real Lab Practice
PCR identification of a bacterial solution, monoclonal acquisition and culture, Sanger sequencing experiment, etc.
Outcome Application
Research outcomes for providing new ways to study the prevention or treatment of infectious disease.
Main Experiments

STING Gene Acquisition

PCR Experiment

Sanger Sequencing

Plasmid Purification

STING Gene Acquisition

PCR Experiment

Sanger Sequencing

Plasmid Purification
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CERTIFICATE OF ASDAN SCIENCE
ASDAN SCIENCE SHORT COURSES CREDIT ACCREDITED BY UCAS
CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION ISSUED BY XLAB CHINA
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I learned much from the XLAB program, such as the importance of mutual communication, plan-making, and task allocation. When conducting transformation experiments, my partner and I work together, including preparing reagents that have unscrewed the lid and pipette that have been set the range. Because of these, the experiments of my partner and I are efficient, and the results of the experiments are also pleasing.—— The First High School of Changsha, Hunan, Student He
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History
XLAB has a 20+ year history. It was initiated by Professor Neher of the University of Göttingen in Germany and strongly supported by the German government and the University of Göttingen. XLAB, centered around high-end scientific experiments, is widely favored by over 10,000 students yearly. XLAB has established practice centers worldwide, aiming to expand this unique concept and teaching method to reach more students.
XLAB aims to enable more people to learn and experience the joy of science, encouraging them to explore the mysteries of science and consider how to use science to solve human problems. Therefore, XALB's subjects are generally more complex in physics, biology, or medicine. Instead, they focus more on interdisciplinary, cutting-edge topics such as genetic engineering, medical research, nanobiology, medical chemistry, high-energy physics, and more.
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Experiment
Experiments are the core of the XLAB. Each participant can enter advanced laboratories to conduct safe experiments, analyze data, and write experiment reports. Over six hours of scientific research daily enhances students' scientific knowledge and logical thinking and cultivates concentration and endurance. Students will be able to experience the work content and status firsthand and consider whether to choose a research direction in future education.
The courses in XLAB are unique. They consist of four key modules: Subject Introduction and Program Thinking, Scientific Research Teaching, Laboratory Operations, Experimental Data Analysis, and Research Report Writing. All courses are taught in small groups of 10 to 25 students.
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Faculty
Experts are invited to design experiments and teach students since the topics and content of XLAB exceed the curriculum of high schools and are specialized in specific research areas. Relevant scientific research institutions support XLAB China and provide an in-depth academic experience for Chinese students based on its unique teaching methods and experimental requirements.
Two authoritative certificates are available: the XLAB Program Certificate of Participation, which details the experimental content and is signed by instructors. Students will complete an academic report containing experimental results and data analysis to apply for the ASDAN "Science Award" Certificate for 30 credit hours of study officially accredited by UCAS.
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Research
XALB provides invaluable research scenarios for students who plan or are currently engaged in natural science research-oriented learning, such as EPQ or scientific papers, to implement their research plans and participate in hands-on scientific research. Experimental reports can be considered as part of their research achievements.