Molecular Genetics Techniques for Laboratory Technicians (2025)
Objective:
Gain an overview of the various techniques routinely used in a molecular genetics laboratory.
Specific objectives:
Understand what a mutation is and how to name it correctly.
Describe the different methods for isolating genetic material from various biological samples.
Understand the basics of PCR, its uses, and the different types that exist.
Describe the different techniques for detecting mutations and the application of each one.
Review the different sequencing methods.
Understand how cell cultures are conducted and how to isolate and analyze the proteins present in cells.
Date:
December 15–17, 2025
Location:
Faculty of Medicine Auditorium.
Speakers:
- Dr. Rogelio González Sarmiento
Professor at the University of Salamanca
- Dr. Jessica Pérez García
Postdoctoral researcher. Chemist. USAL School of Medicine.
- Ms. María Zubieta Laseca
Pre-doctoral researcher. Geneticist. Salamanca Institute of Biomedical Research.
- Dr. Juan Luis García Hernández
Researcher. Biologist. Salamanca Institute of Biomedical Research.
- Dr. Eva M. Sánchez Tapia
Postdoctoral researcher. Pharmacist and Biochemist. USAL School of Medicine.
- Dr. Ana Belén Herrero Hernández
Full Professor. Biologist. USAL School of Medicine.
Program:
| Date of delivery | Schedule | Content | Teacher and Qualification |
| 15/12/2025 | 4:00–5:30 p.m. | Presentation and Introduction | Dr. Rogelio González Sarmiento, Professor at the University of Salamanca |
| 15/12/2025 | 5:30 p.m.–7:00 p.m. | Nucleic Acid Extraction | Ms. Jessica Pérez García, Postdoctoral Researcher. Chemist. USAL School of Medicine. |
| 16/12/2025 | 4:00–5:30 p.m. | Qualitative PCR, gel electrophoresis, and quantitative PCR
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Ms. María Zubieta Laseca
Pre-doctoral researcher. Geneticist. Salamanca Institute of Biomedical Research. |
| 16/12/2025 | 5:30 p.m.–7:00 p.m. | CGH Arrays | Dr. Juan Luis García Hernández
Researcher. Biologist. Salamanca Institute of Biomedical Research. |
| 17/12/2025 | 4:00–5:30 p.m. | Sequencing | Dr. Eva M. Sánchez Tapia
Postdoctoral researcher. Pharmacist and Biochemist. USAL School of Medicine. |
| 17/12/2025 | 5:30 p.m.–7:00 p.m. | Proteins and Cell Cultures | Dr. Ana Belén Herrero Hernández
Full Professor. Biologist. USAL School of Medicine. |
Enrollment:
REGISTRATION:
(NOTE: HUS personnel not affiliated to IBSAL are advised to register through the GESTION@ training application).
The pre-registration deadline is Thursday, December 11, 2025. Please register individually through our website:
In order to successfully complete the course and receive the relevant certificate, it is necessary to complete 80% of the total program.
Please note that you will only be considered enrolled in the course once you receive the confirmation email, as there is a limit of 22 spots.
Method of selection:
Enrollment in the course will be carried out in strict order of enrollment (in courses with high demand, preference will be given to IBSAL personnel), according to the agreement of the IBSAL Training Commission.