STSM at IRCCS Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli - Report from Catarina Matos
Within the STSM which took place at the IRCCS Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli from the 5th of April until the 5th of June 2024, I took a 2-month hands-on-learning visit at the Organoids Research Core Facility under the supervision of Professor Claudio Sette.
I learned a lot about the culture and handling of high-grade serous ovarian cancer organoids and ovarian cancer cell lines, as well as different advanced experimental techniques such as western-blot, proliferation and viability assays.
I have had the opportunity to advance the research associated with my PhD project, being able to acquire valuable data and results that will undoubtably enhance the potential of the compound we are developing.
Moreover, this STSM also contributed to the advance my academic and professional growth.
I can say with certainty that I have broadened my knowledge about in vitro 3D models, particularly organoids.
The visit to IRCCS Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli was an extremely pleasant experience and I would not hesitate to do it again.
Figure: Three different high-grade serous ovarian cancer organoids cultured and handled during my experience.