Biotechnology Professional Development Short-Course

VIRAL VECTORS AND BIOSAFETY ASSESSMENTS

This one-day class, co-sponsored by Safety Partners and The Eagleson Institute is designed to provide participants with a functional understanding of the use of recombinant baculoviruses and lentiviruses in the research laboratory. The instructors for this class will share their scientific experience and their considerable knowledge of host/vector systems through lecture and interactive class exercises. Attendees will improve communication skills with colleagues and integrate sound health and safety practices in their labs. This course is presented using biotech-relevant case studies to help attendees acquire a deeper understanding of molecular biology and to illustrate core biosafety principles.

Who should attend:

• Biosafety Professionals
• Institutional Biosafety Committee Members including Community Representatives
• Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Staff, Biosafety Officers and Chemical Hygiene Officers
• Research Technicians, Laboratory Staff and Scientists
• Safety Committee Members
• Operations and Facilities Staff

Upon completion of this course you will be able to:

• Integrate core concepts in molecular biology with biosafety principles
• List common examples of molecules, processes, and techniques involved in gene expression
• Explain risks associated with lentiviral and baculoviral vectors or vector systems
• Perform decisive evaluation and assessment of risk on viral vector research projects
• Apply new knowledge to procedures in your own workplace in line with risk assessment results

Viral Vectors and Biosafety Assessments will enhance your understanding of viral vector systems with the additional benefit of building on your value to your company and advancing your career!

Course Scheduling

This course was last offered in the spring of 2006. To be notified when it is offered again, or for notification of other course offerings, please complete the Information Request Form or email us at info@safetypartnersinc.com.

This course is also available in-house, tailored to your requirements. Contact Denise Aronson at daronson@safetypartnersinc.com for more information.

Course Outline

• Viral Vector Science
• Explain and list common examples of the molecules, processes, and techniques involved in gene expression.
• Retro/Lentiviruses
• Basic facts
• Common uses
• Advantages
• Disadvantages
• Risks
• Case Study of Lentivirus
• Risk Assessment of Lentivirus Case Study
• Baculovirus
• Basic facts
• Common uses
• Advantages
• Disadvantages
• Risks
• Case Study of Baculovirus
• Risk Assessment of Baculovirus Case Study