Bio-Rad Academy: Flow Cytometry Courses
Learn core flow cytometry concepts, instrumentation, sample preparation and target detection, controls and multicolor panel design, data analysis, and cell sorting.
Learning areas include:
- Flow Cytometry Fundamentals
- Instrument and Fluorescence Principles
- Sample Preparation and Detection
- Controls, Multicolor Panels and Cell Sorting
- Experimental Planning and Data Analysis
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Fundamentals of Flow Cytometry Course 1: Flow Cytometry Basics
Course5.0 average rating (8 reviews)This introductory module explains what a flow cytometer is and what it is used for, with some examples of the types of problems that flow cytometry helps researchers and clinicians to solve.
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Fundamentals of Flow Cytometry Course 2: Inside a Flow Cytometer
Course4.8 average rating (4 reviews)This class explains the inner workings of a flow cytometer and why understanding how they work is crucial for success. For example, knowing the combination of lasers and filters to select compatible fluorophores.
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Fundamentals of Flow Cytometry Course 3: Fluorescence and Flow Cytometry Principles
Course5.0 average rating (3 reviews)In this class, you’ll learn how scattered light relates to wavelengths on the electromagnetic spectrum and to the principles of fluorescence. You will learn how lasers and fluorescent dyes are used within flow cytometry to detect cellular structures.
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Fundamentals of Flow Cytometry Course 4: Sample Preparation Essentials
Course5.0 average rating (1 review)In this class, you’ll learn why proper sample preparation is crucial for any flow cytometry experiment. It will walk you through important things to consider about sample preparation as you design your experiments.
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Fundamentals of Flow Cytometry Course 5: Target Protein Detection
Course5.0 average rating (1 review)In this class, you’ll learn about a variety of methods for studying specific proteins, including the use of antibodies, the direct attachment of target proteins to fluorescent proteins, and lectins.
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Fundamentals of Flow Cytometry Course 6: How to Use Controls
Course5.0 average rating (1 review)In this class, you’ll learn an overview of positive and negative controls as well as controls specific to flow cytometry.
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Fundamentals of Flow Cytometry Course 7: Successful Multicolor Flow Cytometry
Course5.0 average rating (1 review)In this class, you’ll learn tips and tricks for building multicolor flow cytometry panels and how to avoid common pitfalls.
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Fundamentals of Flow Cytometry Course 8: Data Acquisition and Analysis
Course5.0 average rating (1 review)In this class, you’ll learn how to acquire data from a flow cytometry and important principles of data analysis and presentation.
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Fundamentals of Flow Cytometry Course 9: Cell Sorting Essentials
Course5.0 average rating (1 review)In this class, you’ll learn tips for cell sorting including appropriate dissociation methods and the impact of cell sorting on cell health.
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Fundamentals of Flow Cytometry Course 10: Planning Flow Cytometry Experiments
CourseIn this class, you’ll learn how to prepare for a successful flow cytometry experiment.
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