| Dozent/in |
Prof. Dr Jivko Stoyanov, PhD. EMBA. |
| Veranstaltungsart |
Masterseminar |
| Code |
FS261046 |
| Semester |
Frühjahrssemester 2026 |
| Durchführender Fachbereich |
Gesundheitswissenschaften |
| Studienstufe |
Master |
| Termin/e |
Fr, 06.03.2026, 08:15 - 12:00 Uhr, HS 7
Fr, 13.03.2026, 08:15 - 12:00 Uhr, HS 7
Fr, 20.03.2026, 08:15 - 12:00 Uhr, HS 7
Fr, 27.03.2026, 08:15 - 12:00 Uhr, HS 7
Fr, 01.05.2026, 08:15 - 12:00 Uhr, HS 7
Fr, 08.05.2026, 08:15 - 12:00 Uhr, HS 7 |
| Weitere Daten |
This is a core course in the Major "Health Services Research" |
| Umfang |
Blockveranstaltung |
| Turnus |
Every spring semester |
| Inhalt |
Block 1: Introduction to Translational Medicine and Implementation Science
Lectures
L1.1 Course Introduction and Case Studies - Prof. Dr. Jivko Stoyanov - Short introduction and definition of Translational Medicine - Selection of case studies and team projects for the following week
L1.2 Implementation Science - Prof. Dr. Jerome BickenbachL1.3 Drivers and Barriers in Translational Medicine - PD Dr. Alessandro Bertolo - Mechanisms and models of disease
Tutorial
T1.1 Student Presentations and Discussion - Prof. Dr. Jivko Stoyanov
- Focus: Drivers and barriers to Translational Medicine, Mechanisms and models of disease
Block 2: Disease Targeting and Drug Development
Lectures
L2.1 Targeting and Measuring Disease - PD Dr. Marija Glisic
L2.2 Drug Development: History and Future - Prof. Dr. Jivko Stoyanov - Selection of case studies and team projects for the following week
Tutorial
T2.1 Student Presentations and Discussion - Prof. Dr. Jivko Stoyanov
- Focus: Targeting and measuring disease, Drug development
Block 3: Stakeholders, Strategies, and Interdisciplinary Skills
Lectures
L3.1 Translational Medicine Stakeholders and Strategies - Prof. Dr. Jivko Stoyanov
- Policy, regulations, and engagement
- Selection of case studies and team projects for the following week
L3.2 Interdisciplinary Integrative Skills - Dr. Ezra Valido
Tutorial
T3.1 Student Presentations and Discussion - Prof. Dr. Jivko Stoyanov
- Focus: TM stakeholders and strategies, Interdisciplinary integrative skills |
| E-Learning |
Material is provided online. Please make sure to read the necessary case materials before the lectures, this will ensure everybody in your team is on the same page at the start of the project. The lectures and tutorials are in person. |
| Lernziele |
This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of Translational Medicine and Implementation Science. It consists of three double blocks(over two weeks), each comprising lectures and a corresponding tutorial. The course emphasizes both theoretical knowledge and practical application through case studies and team projects. |
| Voraussetzungen |
Engaged participation, effective teamwork, project presentations, and a minimum grade of 4 are essential for course completion. |
| Sprache |
Englisch |
| Begrenzung |
priority MSc Health Sciences students |
| Anmeldung |
Moodle: https://elearning.hsm-unilu.ch/course/view.php?id=991
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| Leistungsnachweis |
Group evaluations carry equal weight (33% each). Post-block, teams will discuss their findings. To mirror real-world projects, peer and leadership reviews within teams will influence final grades.
Evaluation and Attendance Policy
- All tutorials are compulsory and contribute equally to the final grade (33% each).
- Students may miss a maximum of one tutorial. Missed tutorial must be compensated by submitting a 1500-word individual essay by the end of the course.
Tutorial Preparation Guidelines
1. Review current literature on the assigned case study or team project.
2. Use the week leading up to the tutorial to generate innovative ideas and prepare presentations.
3. Presentations should be 15-20 minutes long, followed by a 15-minute discussion.
IMPORTANT: In order to earn credits and participate at the exam registration via Uni Portal within the exam registration period is MANDATORY. Further information: www.unilu.ch/en/study/courses-exams-regulations/health-sciences-and-medicine/exams/ |
| Abschlussform / Credits |
group work / 3 Credits
|
| Hinweise |
Teaching method(s):
A blend of lectures, case study analysis, team collaborations, presentations, and thought-provoking discussions.
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| Hörer-/innen |
Nein |
| Kontakt |
jivko.stoyanov@doz.unilu.ch |
| Material |
Course materials, encompassing original articles, review papers, and lecture handouts, will be accessible on Moodle one week prior to course commencement. Teams, based on students' backgrounds, will also be pre-announced on Moodle. |
| Literatur |
Reviews, book chapters, cases, original publications. |