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Neutrophils, Inflammation and Drug Discovery

Chang Gung University of Science and Technology

Main Areas of Interest

The main research areas of our group are:

Molecular mechanisms underlying the inflammatory responses of human neutrophils
Pathogenic role of neutrophil in acute respiratory distress syndrome.
Pathogenic role of neutrophil in psoriasis.
Bioassay-guided isolation and identification of natural compounds for neutrophilic inflammation
Discovery of drug lead compounds with specific targets to regulate neutrophilic inflammatory responses.

Techniques You Will Learn

Experimental techniques you will learn during your program here:

Neutrophil isolation
Differentiation and culture of neutrophil-like cells
Respiratory bust assay (superoxide anion and reactive oxygen species)
Degranulation assay (elastase release and CD markers)
Migration and adhesion
NETosis (formation of neutrophil extracellular traps )
Enzyme activity assays
Chromatography
Immunoblotting
ELISA
Flow cytometry
Fluorescence and confocal microscope
Immunohistochemistry
High Performance Liquid Chromatography
Liquid Chromatograph Tandem Mass Spectrometer
Mouse model of acute respiratory distress syndrome
Mouse model of psoriasis

Curriculum

6-12 weeks curriculum

Trainees will be supported to settle down into their new environment (find appropriate
accommodation, locate amenities, etc.) and register at the University, during which an ID card
will be issued. A desk space will be allocated. Full induction (safety, laboratory practices,
personal welfare, etc.) will be provided by the University’s designated staff and by myself. I will
arrange an initial meeting with the trainees to discuss the objectives of the training and the
expected mechanisms of their fulfilment. Experimental plans with realistic timelines will then be
decided.

The trainees will be fully trained to run each experiment. They will then be allowed to attempt
the experiment themselves, with the trainer present during their first run. They will be able to
engage with me (supervisor) and other members of the laboratory to discuss any aspects of the
general running of the laboratory or specific protocols that they require clarifications on. They
will also be trained in how to analyze and interpret their data. I will arrange a weekly or bi-
weekly meeting with the trainees to discuss and reflect on their progress and decide the next setof experiments based on data generated. The trainees must keep adequate and accurate records oftheir work using the laboratory book provided.

The trainees will be given opportunity to partake in research group meetings and other academic
activities within the School and the University, including attending relevant bespoke workshops
on research career development (e.g., on manuscript writing, grant writing, networking, etc.).
They will also be encouraged to present their work orally at a research group meeting at least
once before they complete their visit.

Towards the end of the training I will have a meeting with the trainees to discuss plans to publish
their work (if enough data collected) or disseminate their findings in a future conference. They
will also be assisted to identify existing or future opportunities, globally or within their original
work environment, that the training has empowered them to be eligible and competitive for and
how they can be assisted to access them and also integrate the knowledge and skills gained into
their further research or professional practice roles.

All throughout the training any peculiar challenges or specific requests of a trainee will be fully
considered to ensure a responsive, relevant and adequate training plan is developed for them.

Accommodation

Accommodation

We provide student accommodation for trainees

The information available at the website: https:// https://english.cgust.edu.tw/p/412-1001-
1554.php?Lang=en

Fees and Program Logistics

This program has the following durations available:

Duration	Fee
2 weeks	$875.00
6 weeks	$1,500.00
12 weeks	$2,750.00

This program allows Merit Applications. If you successfully are awarded a merit application - Trialect will take care of all bench and service fees, but you will have to take care of travel and accommodation. All applications will be scrutinized under the merit category. Considering 50 million health professionals around the world, the chances of getting selected under the merit category would be very low.

Who Can Apply

All are eligible

Host Details

Host Name: Dean/Distinguished Professor. Tsong-Long Hwang, Ph.D

Affiliation: Chang Gung University of Science and Technology

Address: No. 261; Wenhua 1st Rd; Guishan District; Taoyuan City; Taiwan 333;

Website URL: www.cgu.edu.tw

Disclaimer:It is mandatory that all applicants carry workplace liability insurance, e.g., https://www.protrip-world-liability.com (Erasmus students use this package and typically costs around 5 € per month - please check) in addition to health insurance when you join any of the onsite Trialect partnered fellowships.

Onsite/On-Campus Program

Fellowship - Basic/Translational/Clinical Research Program

Taiwan

Application Review Deadline:

Oct 1st, 2024

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Program Logistics and Administrative Fees

This program has the following durations available:

Duration	Fee
2 weeks	$875.00
6 weeks	$1,500.00
12 weeks	$2,750.00

Questions and Answers

Commonly asked questions about this program from the host and other attendees.

Hi! May I know what is the Letter of Intent that I am expected to upload when applying for the training programme?

You will see several representative samples online to draft a letter of intent. Your letter of intent has to be very precise, describing your capabilities and interests, and at the same time clearly defining your goals