Who should attend

This course has been specifically designed for laboratory staff who are responsible for implementing PPR diagnostic techniques in the laboratory. This course is not suitable for non-laboratory-based research or group leaders.

Requirements and qualifications

Participants must work within a laboratory and have a basic understanding of virological and related techniques. The course is presented in English.

Course details

  • One-week course
  • Date tbc
  • £1,350 ex VAT 
  • Limited to four participants        
  • Plowright Building
  • Email us

 

 

Course description

The course is designed and taught by subject matter experts within the WOAH Reference Laboratory for PPR. The course will include a combination of hands-on practical’s, demonstrations, lectures, and eLearning. Relevant course material will be provided at the close of the course.

Learning outcomes

In addition to the stated “Peste des petits ruminants (PPR) eLearning” outcomes, participants will be able to:

  • Isolate PPR virus using cell culture.
  • Apply diagnostic methods for PPRV genome detection including real-time RT-PCR and for N-gene RT-PCR.
  • Perform serological PPR antibody detection methods including antibody ELISA, and serum neutralisation test.
  • Characterise PPRV using F/N gene nucleotide sequencing and lineage determination.

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