88505 - Anatomo-Physiology of the Optic Nerve, Retina, Staminal Physiopathology

Academic Year 2023/2024

  • Teaching Mode: Traditional lectures
  • Campus: Bologna
  • Corso: Single cycle degree programme (LMCU) in Medicine and Surgery (cod. 8415)

Learning outcomes

 

Course contents

Embryonic development of the human eye with particular attention to the retina and the optic nerve.
Morpho-functional organization of the retina and optic nerve.
General information on stem cells.
Use of stem cells in retinal regeneration and optic nerve anomalies.

Readings/Bibliography

Scientific articles will be delivered on the topic covered in class.

Teaching methods

Frontal lessons

Assessment methods

Learning is verified through a final written multiple-choice exam on the topics, to be performed in class with all teachers.

Teaching tools

Power point presentations. Students will be able to access the teaching material used in lessons online through the online teaching platform (VIRTUAL)

Office hours

See the website of Pasquale Marrazzo