Applications are open from Jan 31st to March 5th
Vision
Biotechnology is crucial in vaccine development and pharmaceutical innovation in today’s rapidly evolving healthcare landscape. This professional development course builds on the success of our Master in Vaccinology program, offering specialized training in biotechnology applications for vaccine development from end to end.
The Course
The Biotechnology & Vaccine Development course is designed for professionals seeking to enhance their understanding of biotechnological approaches in vaccine development. This intensive program combines theoretical knowledge with practical applications, delivered online and in-person, to accommodate working professionals.
- Duration: March – June 2025
- Course Length: 750 hours
- Credits: 30 CFU* (European Credits)
- Language: English
- Format: Bichronous and blended learning (online, synchronous, and in-person components)
What Will You Learn?
Module 1: Pre-clinical Development & Laboratory Analysis
Module Director: Prof Teresa Lambe (University of Oxford)
Advanced biotechnology techniques in vaccine development
Laboratory methodologies and analysis
Pre-clinical research applications
Module 2: Clinical Development
Module Director: Professor Sue Ann Clemens (University of Siena and University of Oxford)
Clinical trial design and methodology
Data analysis and interpretation
Regulatory compliance in clinical development
Module 3: Manufacturing and Quality Control
Module Director: Prof Sarah Gilbert (University of Oxford)
Biotechnology manufacturing processes
Quality control systems
Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) requirements
Program Features
Online interactive sessions
Group projects and assignments
Individual mentoring
Real-world case studies
Guided training, final assessment and certification
Who Should Apply?
The course is open to all interested professionals. Candidates’ background may include:
- Healthcare professionals
- Biotechnology professionals
- Research scientists
- Quality control specialists
- Pharmaceutical industry professionals
- Regulatory
- Communication professionals
- Public Health professionals
Course Details
The course can be attended fully online.
The applicants that can and wish to attend lectures from March 17th to 24th F2F in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, are welcome. Further details will be released to applicants post registration.
Minimum participants: 10
Maximum participants: 30
Course fees
Registration fee: €250,00
Registration tax: €16,00
Faculty
Course Director: Professor Emanuele Montomoli
Scientific Board:
- Professor Sue Ann Costa Clemens
- Professor Teresa Lambe
Program Scientific Coordinator:
- Prof. Tatiana de Noronha (University of Siena and University of Oxford)
The program faculty members include world-renowned experts in vaccinology from:
- University of Siena
- University of Oxford
- Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF)
- Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations (CEPI)
- Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ)
- World Health Organization (WHO)
- International Vaccine Institute (IVI)
- Brazilian Society of Immunizations (SBIM)
- Other leading international institutions
Contact Information
Program Coordinators:
Veronica Cannucci: veronica.cannucci2@unisi.it
Paula De Carlo: decarlo@ifgh.org
Tel: +390577232098
Website: https://ifgh.org/biotech2025
https://www.unisi.it/didattica/corsi-di-aggiornamento-professionale
How to Apply
Submit your application through the University of Siena online portal:
https://segreteriaonline.unisi.it
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