This online course is run by the Researcher Academy in conjunction with the University of Nottingham Flow Cytometry Facility.

Provided by the University of Nottingham Flow Cytometry Facility this course is designed to provide a foundation knowledge in flow cytometric analysis.  

This is an online version of the classroom-based course ‘Introduction to Flow Cytometry (MHSIFC)’. The online version comprising 2 parts, firstly a self-directed study of the tutor’s lecture capture (duration 2 hrs and 2 minutes) followed by a webchat (1 hour).

• What is flow cytometry and how does it work? 
• Applications of flow cytometry in Biomedical Research. 
• What is cell sorting and how does it work? 
• How can I access flow cytometry technology and support at the University of Nottingham? 

• Reagents for flow cytometry: Antibodies and Fluorochromes. 
• Basic design of flow cytometry experiment. 
• Colours that overlap and compensate. 
• Information on further reading and links software and useful websites. 

Part 2: Live Webchat (synchronous delivery):

This is an opportunity to pose any questions arising from the lecture capture materials directly to the tutor and for interactive group discussion of concepts, challenges and guidance with the tutor and other users. 

• Understand the basic concept of how cells are analysed using flow cytometry. 
• Identify commonly used application(s) of flow cytometry in the student’s research field. Understanding the concept of cells sorting.
• Ability to interpret basic flow cytometry data in scientific literature. 
• Know how to access the Faculty Flow Cytometry Facility for further information, bookings, training and support.
• Be aware of the range of fluorescent labels available and commonly used reagents.
• Be able to design basic flow cytometry experiments, with awareness of controls appropriate to common applications
• Understand compensation
• Have details of helpful reference material. 

1. Self-directed study: watch lecture recording (duration 2 hours) 
2. Live Webchat: tutor led discussion and Q&A (duration 1 hour)  

Note, the scheduled timings for the course instance are for the live synchronous delivery (webchat). The self-directed study must be completed in advance of this scheduled time. The overall course duration is 3 hours.
 
Platforms: Moodle and Microsoft Teams. Course booking confirmation email contains the Moodle page link, this link deactivates 2 hours before live webchat start time.

Course Accessibility

The following table shows a summary of what is needed to participate in the course. 

If you feel you will experience any difficulties participating, please let us know via the ‘special requirements’ tab, providing as much information as possible. The special requirements tab can be completed when you book your place. Alternatively, you can contact us directly at bb-ra-training@nottingham.ac.uk.

Access and/or complete self-study/ pre-course tasks prior to live webchat and Q&A
Access Moodle
Access MS Teams
Attend the live webchat and Q&A at the specified date and time
Use MS Teams chat box function during the live webchat
Engage with online materials
Watch and listen to pre-recorded videos
Watch and listen to the course tutor(s) and/or other attendees
Follow presentation slides during the course

Booking Conditions

Our webinars/ online courses are very popular, especially in the current period and we are experiencing large volumes of people on our waiting lists.  

Please do let us know if you would like to cancel your place on this course so we can offer your place to another delegate.