Specialize in the study of extracellular vesicles, a key area in the research of diseases such as cancer, infectious diseases, and transplant rejection.

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Gain knowledge and apply the latest advances in extracellular vesicles, their impact on diseases, and their use in basic and translational research.

Additionally, you will be able to contribute to scientific projects with specialized knowledge in this emerging field.

What it prepares you for

This online course compiles various disciplines and technologies related to extracellular vesicles, with the best Spanish experts, serving as a specialization and training guide for undergraduate, master’s, doctoral, and postdoctoral students, as well as professionals interested in this field.

For this edition, we have focused on strengthening technical aspects and enhancing the learning experience with explanatory videos covering various techniques and protocols for the isolation and characterization of EVs. The course content is extensive, covering fundamental concepts and the crucial role of EVs in both physiological and pathological processes, including metabolic disorders, obesity, cardiovascular diseases, kidney diseases, immune system disorders, and cancer.

Topics related to mesenchymal stem cells are also addressed, as well as specific approaches for the use of EVs in therapies and their interaction with microorganisms. The course covers everything from basic purification and biogenesis processes of EVs to their role as biomarkers and their therapeutic implications in various medical conditions.

Who is the target audience?

Ideal for students of:

It is also open to professionals in health sciences, such as:

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Data of interest

Title

Specialization Course in Extracellular Vesicles

This degree will be awarded by the Francisco de Vitoria University.
Duration

March 2025 – June 2025

Modality

Online

Study Plan

1. Basic Concepts and Methodology
Basic Concepts of EV Biology
EV Biogenesis
EV Isolation Techniques
EV Quantification from Different Cellular Origins Using Flow Cytometry: Tips and Limitations
Use of EVs in Liquid Biopsy
MicroRNAs in EVs and Their Use in Liquid Biopsy
2.Role of EVs in the Regulation of Biological and Pathological Processes.
Impact of EVs on Metabolism
Role of EVs in Maternal-Embryonic Communication
EVs in Kidney Pathology: Biomarkers for Subclinical Damage and Omics Approaches
EVs as Effectors and Biomarkers in Atherosclerosis
EVs in Autoimmune Diseases: Biomarkers and Therapeutic Applications
Role of EVs in Neurological Diseases
EVs in Plant Communication
EVs in the Formation of the Pre-Metastatic Niche
Importance of EVs in Immune Response Against Tumors
Impact of Pre-Analytical Variables on EV Characterization from Biofluids
3. Relevance of Microorganism EVs
Bacterial EVs: Biogenesis and Applications
EVs and Viruses
EVs from Parasites
EVs from Helminths and Their Role in Pathological Processes and Cancer
EVs in Infectious Diseases
Role of EVs in Human Diseases Caused by Unicellular Parasites
4. Use of EVs in Therapy
Use of Mesenchymal Cell-Derived EVs and Their Large-Scale Production
EVs as Tools for Therapy Development
EVs in Tissue Engineering
Use of EVs in Gene Therapy
Use of EVs as Natural Nanoparticles in Therapy and Molecular Imaging
5. JO-EV Series: EV Analysis Protocols Videos
EV Isolation from Milk via Ultracentrifugation and Fluorescent Labeling
EV Isolation from Culture Supernatants via Ultracentrifugation
EV Analysis Using Electron Microscopy
EV Analysis via Size-Exclusion Chromatography (SEC)
Exploring the EV World: Advanced Analysis with Nanosight Pro Using Nanoparticle Tracking Analysis (NTA)
Bacterial EV Isolation
Bacterial EV Isolation Protocols in Solid and Liquid Media
RNA Isolation from EVs
EV Analysis via Proteomics
Application of EV Analysis Protocols Using EXOVIEW
EV Analysis via SP-IRIS/EXOVIEW
EV Analysis via Flow Cytometry
EV Isolation via Flow Cytometry
Production of MSC-Derived EVs in Hollow Fiber Bioreactors

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Price of the Postgraduate 25/26

Title of title

Specialization Course in Extracellular Vesicles

Full Price

200€

Full Price*

50€

*Discounted Price for UFV Alumni or GEIVEX Members

Full Price**

100€

**Reduced Price por Participants from Developing Countries

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We tell you step by step how to complete the admission process.

1

Fill in the form to receive your request. When we receive your data we will proceed to register you in the Candidate Portal and you will have access to your personal area where you will have to attach the documents corresponding to your process.

 

2

Once the admissions committee has evaluated your application, we will send you the resolution by e-mail. In case of a positive resolution, you will have 15 calendar days to reserve your place through the Candidate Portal (see table of fees).

3

In parallel to your admission you will be able to apply for the scholarship that fits your profile. You can see our scholarships by clicking on the button below.

4

Once the self-enrollment period is open, you will receive instructions from the Master’s Coordination to do it in the University Portal. To do so, you must have provided all the necessary documentation for your admission.

It is important that you read the admissions guide and consult with your advisor to confirm your program access documentation.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I start the admission process?

You must complete the admission form or you can send us an email to postgrado@ufv.es so that we can register you in the Candidate Portal and you can upload the requested admission and registration documents.

What are the steps for the admission process?

  1. Request registration in the candidate’s portal through postgrado@ufv.es.
  2. Upload the required documentation.
  3. Conduct the intake interview*.
  4. To reserve a place in case of admission
  5. Submit the certified copies of the degree and/or grades that correspond in each case.

*The admission interview is only required for certain master’s degrees.

What documentation do I have to upload to the applicant portal?

General Documentation:

  • Completed and electronically signed Admission Application Form.
  • Updated Curriculum Vitae.
  • Motivation letter.
  • 2 letters of recommendation*.
  • Photocopy of the front and back of your ID card or passport
  • A recent, passport-size, color photograph
  • University degree that qualifies access to the master’s degree

*Letters of recommendation are required for certain programs.

Academic documentation:

University Master’s Degrees

If you have studied in Spain:

  • Certified copy of both sides of the university degree (in case the degree has not been issued, you must submit the Supplementary Certification to the Degree).
  • Certified copy of your transcript (academic record) if you are applying to any of the following master’s degree programs:
    • Master’s Degree in Advanced Therapies in Biomedicine
    • Master’s Degree in General Health Psychology

If you are a graduate of a foreign university within the European Higher Education Area (EHEA):

  • Certified copy on all sides of the university degree together with its sworn translation in case it is in a language other than Spanish.
  • Certified copy of the transcript of grades (academic record) together with its sworn translation in case it is in a language other than Spanish.

If you are a graduate from an educational system outside the European Higher Education Area (EHEA)

  • Certified copy on all sides of the university degree, duly legalized and apostilled, together with its sworn translation in case it is in a language other than Spanish.
  • Certified copy of the transcript of grades (academic record), duly legalized, together with its sworn translation in case it is in a language other than Spanish.

Master’s degrees

  • University degree, together with its sworn translation in case it is in a language other than Spanish.

When do I know whether or not I am admitted to a master’s program?

Once all documents have been validated and the admission interview has been conducted, if applicable, you will receive an email notification from the admissions committee with the resolution of your application within 48/72 hours.

This period may be extended in periods of high demand.

What is the deadline to reserve a place?

Once you have received the decision of the admissions committee, if it is favorable, you will have a period of 15 days to pay the reservation fee.

*If you do not make the reservation within the stipulated period, your place will be made available to another candidate.
**The period of 15 days may be reduced if the application for admission is within the last three weeks prior to the start of classes of the Postgraduate Program, or if there is a reduced number of vacancies to fill the group.

How can I pay the reservation fee?

Once admission has been notified, you will be able to reserve your place from the candidate’s portal through a secure payment gateway.

I have already reserved my place. How can I register?

The academic coordination team will contact you by email a few days before the start of the master’s program with a guide that includes all the steps to follow so that you can self-enroll.

*In order to be able to perform the self-registration you will have to have provided all the documentation.

How can I find out about UFV scholarships and how can I apply for them?

By clicking on the following link to Scholarships you can find out about all the scholarships we offer, the requirements and how to apply for them.
If you are a UFV Alumni you have access to a 20% scholarship on tuition fees.

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