Bioengineering
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DepartmentFaculty of Fundamental Sciences
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Program code6211FX017
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Field of studyTechnological Sciences
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QualificationMaster of Technological Science
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Duration2
About
BIOENGINEERING
| Degree | Master of Technological Sciences |
| Length | 2 years (4 semesters) |
| Study language | Lithuanian |
| Start | 1st of September |
| Entry Qualification | To this programme applicants are accepted from the fields of: Biology, Genetics, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Biotechnology. |
Bioengineering is regarded the specialty of the future. It is therefore only natural that professionals in the field of natural sciences and engineering should be in high long-term demand across the world.
A specialist in bioengineering applies engineering principles and processes to study biological systems or to develop economically highly viable biotechnological products.
Therefore, this interdisciplinary specialty requires knowledge of various fields, including cell technologies, protein isolation and purification, genetic engineering, mathematical modeling, bioinformatics and biochemical engineering.
Among many different bioengineering products are various biotechnology products, renewable bioenergy, biological treatment plants, etc. Professionals in this field can apply engineering techniques in the development of a variety of products of biological origin, such as drugs or artificial organs.
This study program is aimed at preparing Masters of Bioengineering equipped with basic knowledge in the fields of genes, proteins, biochemical engineering, biological systems modeling and bioinformatics analysis.
Such specialists will have the ability to independently carry out research activities and analyze the results obtained.
What competencies will I acquire?
The Master's Degree Program in Bioengineering is designed to gain the skills and knowledge on:
- interpreting and modeling biochemical engineering processes and reactors, evaluating economic aspects of product development and patenting possibilities;
- growing and characterizing various eukaryotic cells and mastering the methods used in cell technologies;
- mastering the main modern methods of protein and nucleic acid isolation and research, as well as applying bioinformatics methods
What are my possible career pathways?
- Working in the companies specializing in biotechnology, food and medicine and environmental monitoring, laboratories of biotechnology, biochemistry and environmental sciences.
- Pursuing doctoral studies in the fields of biotechnology, biochemistry and environmental protection.
- Pursuing doctoral studies in physical, biomedical and related fields of technology.
Study subjects
1 Semester
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FMCHM17115 6 credits
Methods of Isolation and Purification of Proteins
Module aim
To introduce main isolation and purification methods of proteins
Module description
Sources of proteins. Strategy for proteins purification. Description of the proteins purification processes. Buffers, preparation of apirogenic solutions. Protecting proteins from proteolysis. Clarification: centrifugation, tangential filtration, expanded bed adsorption, adsorption in batch mode, two-phase separation. Fractionation of proteins by salts and organic solvents. Chromatographic techniques of proteins purification. Selection and combination of purification techniques. Purification of fusion proteins. Solubillization of membrane proteins and isolation from inclusion bodies. Membrane purification methods. Final formulation of proteins.
Students must attend at least 70 % of the scheduled laboratory work. Students are required to complete all scheduled laboratory work. -
FMCHM24201 6 credits
Mathematical Modeling of Biological Systems
Module aim
Provide knowledge for understanding and modeling of biological systems.
Module description
Theory and practice in mathematical modeling of biological systems. Modeling examples. Analysis of experimental data, determination of model and data fitting based on the model. Data plotting and graphical representation of data. Data managment and analysis by the use of automated scripts.
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FMCHM17113 6 credits
Gene Engineering
Module aim
The main purpose of the course is introduction to the basic technologies of recombinant DNA construction and analysis; elucidation of the significance of gene engineering and development of methods in modern biotechnology science.
Module description
The gene engineering course gives theoretical and practical basis of recombinant DNA construction and analysis, including: gene cloning, selection of vector system, prokariotic and eukaryotic gene and genome analysis; transcriptomic analysis of DNA expression; detection of recombinant products; application of DNA technology in medicine, biotechnology, industry and agriculture.
Students must attend at least 70 % of the scheduled laboratory work sessions. Students are required to complete all scheduled laboratory work. -
FMCHM17110 6 credits
Cell Biology
Module aim
The goal is to provide students with basic and most recent scientific knowledge about the evolution of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cell, their structural elements, function and overview the major cellular processes including cell cycle, cell death, signal transduction and introduce to the main methods and model organisms used in molecular and cellular biology.
Module description
Cell biology module provides an overview of the main hypotheses of origin of life and also the main concepts of evolution and functioning of viruses, single cell and multicellular organisms. There are presented the major model organisms and their contribution to cell biology, bioengineering and biotechnology. Different methods of cell biology are discussed as well as new technologies (RNAi, CRISPR), and practical use of retro/lentiviruses, transgenic and knockout animal technologies. The module presents analysis of the main structural elements of the cell/organelles (plasma membrane, endoplasmic reticulum, Golgi apparatus, the nucleus, mitochondria, lysosomes, cytoskeleton), their physico-chemical composition, functionality and their crosstalk and changes in diseases. It is also explains the main cell physiological mechanisms involved in ion transport, transport of biomolecules, nerve impulse, cell cycle, energy processes, cell death, photosynthesis and mechanisms of carcinogenesis.
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FMCHM17100 6 credits
Research Work 1
Module aim
Show that the student has extended the knowledge gained in the main studio and master degree program.
Will know how to formulate and solve relevant problems.
Will be Able to independently carry out scientific researches and properly interpret the results.
Will be able to publicize the research results.Module description
The final thesis work 1 is sacred for a master’s thesis main problem of the work to be formulated, examining the methods and work plan to be created. During the research period student has to make sure that he properly understand formulated thesis problem, which can be updated communicating with the supervisor. Known in the literature methods are overviewed for solving the problem, checking the relevance boundaries of the mentioned methods for the considering problem, there has to be created a problem’s research plan.
2 Semester
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FMCHM24112 6 credits
Microcapsulation of Biocomponents
Module aim
Provide knowledge about the latest nanotechnology, microencapsulation principles, application. Introduce to microencapsulated structure formation and analysis methods.
Module description
Basics of application of microencapsulation technologies. Microstructure formation and analysis methods, technological equipment, microcapsulation specifics.
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FMCHM17211 6 credits
Stem Cell Biology and Technology (with course work)
Module aim
To familiarize students with the types and characteristics of stem cells, which make them different from other cells. To present them new research-based materials on the development of stem cells biology and how it could be used in tissue engineering and by creating new medical technologies. To familiarize students with nanotechnology in stem cell biology and technology. To introduce students to the fundamental features of cell technology including disease treatment and legal aspects.
Module description
The biology and technology course of stem cell has to deal with ethical questions which are related to stem cell research and use in development of technologies. It examines the types of stem cell, their characteristics and their secretion sources. The course is provided the mechanism of stem cell cell-renewal ability and a stem cell cycle regulation during the development. The course brings a fundamental knowledge of stem cell differentiation. During the course you can get an interpretation about the multipotence basis of the stem cell in adult organisms and to find their recesses in the human body. In practice classes students will be able to observe and to document the changes in the morphology of individual cells during differentiation. Students are introduced to nanotechnologies in stem cell biology and technology. The course gives a comprehensive explanation about the cell transplantation technologies in case of different diseases and about the developed cell-based Nano biotechno
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FMCHM17213 6 credits
Research and Innovations
Module aim
To acquaint with the organization and planning of research process ant with the dissemination of research results.
Module description
Science and its classification. Fundamental and applied research. Organization and planning of research process. Collection of experimental data and their confidence. Dissemination of research results. Electronic resources of scientific publications. Bioethics issues in biotechnology. Patents and their registration. Patent resources. Patents in biotechnology. Innovations, the importance and types. Innovations in biotechnology.
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FMCHM26201 6 credits
Industrial Biotechnology
Module aim
To give knowledge for understanding of industrial (white) biotechnology processes.
Module description
Phenomenological description of biocatalysis. The main processes of industrial (white) biotechnology. Production of artificial sweeteners, synthesis of chemical compounds, synthesis of bioethanol, application of oxidoreductases in biotechnology, conversion of lignocelluloses, degradation of xenobiotics, bioanalytical systems. Safety and regulation of industrial biotechnology.
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FMCHM17200 6 credits
Research Work 2
Module aim
Learn to choose and master the experimental and theoretical methods necessary for the preparation of the final thesis. Know the possibilities of the methods and metrological characteristics.
Module description
The research work 2 is devoted to the acquisition of experimental and theoretical methods and their use in the preparation of the final work.
3 Semester
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FMCHM24301 6 credits
Biochemical Engineering
Module aim
To give knowledge for understanding of biochemical engineering processes and their control
Module description
Physical and chemical basis of biocatalysis. Immobilized biocatalysts. Cultivation of microorganisms. Microbial communities. Design of bioreactors and analysis. Transport of substances. Products recovery. Economical and patent aspects of bioproducts production.
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FMCHM24102 6 credits
Systems and Synthetic Metabolic Engineering
Module aim
To learn about molecular mechanisms of preservation, transmission and expression of genetic
information and possibilities for application in complete cell modelling.Module description
Systems Biology is aimed on cellular information streams, realization levels and their interactions. The subject is uncovered in light of the most recent analysis approaches, techniques and instrumentation. Current status of model of the cell is discussed along with problems and perspectives of Systems Biology.
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FMCHM17300 6 credits
Research Work 3
Module aim
To learn to perform the experimental analysis: preparation of the experimental analysis methodology, in which should be described the analysed object. Ability to formulate the stages of the experimental research, to perform experimental research, describe the obtained results, to make the conclusions and formulate the recommendations.
Numatomi SDM rezultataiModule description
After literature reviewing and generating the final aims and objectives, the experimental methodology is created, in which the experimental object is described, The needed material is chosen. The parameters, which are necessary to be evaluated for
experimental analysis, are evaluated. The schedule of the experimental work is made. After experimental analysis, the description of it and the obtained results are comparisoned with other similar performed researches.
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FMCHM23303 6 credits
Biomedical Research and its Regulation
Module aim
To provide knowledge about planning, execution and regulation of biomedical research and gain competence working with human biological material and health information.
Module description
The course examines the theoretical and practical aspects of conducting biomedical research. During the course, students will be introduced to the regulation of biomedical research, ethical issues and data security. They will learn to work according to good clinical practice and the highest quality standards. Students will acquire knowledge about translational medicine and standard diagnostic methods used to confirm diseases. During practical exercises, students will learn how to plan research with human biological material and health information; write bioethics protocols and quality assurance documents.
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FMCHM20302 6 credits
Cell Technologies
Module aim
To give knowledge about possible applications of cells or tissues in industry and medical field.
Module description
Cell technologies are the backbone of many scientific, medical and industrial laboratories. Immortalized cell lines and primary cell cultures find applications in reproductive, regenerative and immunotherapeutic medicine. This course focuses on industrial manufacturing and storage of cells, as well as medical solutions and legal framework of cellular technologies.
4 Semester
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FMCHM17400 30 credits
Mater's Graduation Thesis
Module aim
Show that the student has extended the knowledge during the main study and master study program’s requirements.
Module description
Research work of the master’s thesis of chosen topic and the final preparation for its presentation.
Statistics
| Metric | Value |
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| Enrolled students | 1 |
| Enrolled to FT | 1 |
| Min FT grade | 8.26 |