HE Undergraduates in nanotechnology (EQF 6):
HE-LP2 | SARS-CoV-2 detection and COVID-19 diagnosis |
Summary | The mechanisms affecting viral properties and approaches aimed at utilizing viral particle characteristics are presented in this training unit. It also provides information about nanomaterials as excellent candidates against CoVs infections because of their particular features that allow instant, accurate, and quick detection of the contagious agents and their exact and fast treatment. The advances of nanotechnology in offering specific, sensitive, and rapid diagnostic tools to detect the infection at an early stage of its development are described. This training unit presents data about the global problem related to the lack of formal regulation of nanomedicines and the manufacture of nanomaterials for health-related applications. Emphasis is given on the need an international nanomaterials regulation consortium to be formed to issue recognized guidance to the research communities. |
ULOs Knowledge & Skills | Upon completion of HE-LP2 the trainee will be able to:
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Composition | LO 1.1. Viral particles and functional nanomaterials crossing point LO 3.1. Nanomaterials in design and application of SARS-CoV-2 detection methods LO 3.2. Nanotechnology in diagnostic techniques for SARS-CoV-2 LO 6.2. Law and nanoscience interface: legal doctrines relevant to nanotechnology |
(Self)Assessment | HE-LP2 Test |
Credit points | 6 |
Validation | Certificate |