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AN507: Stereology
Semester 2 | Credits: 5
The word “Stereology” was invented to describe the set of methods that allow a 3 dimensional interpretation of structures based on observations made on 2 dimensional sections. It allows the researcher obtain information from two- dimensional images that is not available through any other means. A modern interpretation of stereology is that it is a spatial version of sampling theory. The Stereological approach is providing a spatial framework upon which to lay the new physiological and molecular. The module will be comprised of a combination of lectures, labs, tutorials, meetings, workshops and skills sessions, delivered in person or online as appropriate.
Learning Outcomes
- Improve your skill in : a.experimental design and b. critical analysis of quantitative morphometry.
- Explain and apply sampling theory.
- Describe the application of modern design-based (unbiased) stereological techniques to biological tissue. Note: These applications focus on the quantification of morphological parameters such as object number, feature length, surface area, volume and spatial distribution of features of biological interest on tissue
Assessments
- Continuous Assessment (20%)
- Department-based Assessment (80%)
Teachers
- PETER DOCKERY:
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- UNA FITZGERALD:
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- FIDELMA GALLEN:
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- AIDAN TONER:
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Reading List
- "Unbiased Stereology; Three-dimensional" by n/a
- ".Measurement in Microscopy (Advanced Methods)" by n/a
Publisher: Howard & Reed School Press
Note: Module offerings and details may be subject to change.