J1507230 Dental Research Practices I

Hiroshima University Syllabus

Japanese

Academic Year 2026Year School/Graduate School School of Dentistry Program of Dentistry

Lecture Code J1507230 Subject Classification Specialized Education

Subject Name 歯学研究実習I（ゲノム口腔腫瘍学）

Subject Name
（Katakana）シガクケンキュウジッシュウ I

Subject Name in
English Dental Research Practices I

Instructor FUJII MAKIKO,SUEHIRO TOMOYA

Instructor
(Katakana) フジイ　マキコ,スエヒロ　トモヤ

Campus Kasumi Semester/Term 4th-Year, First Semester, First Semester

Days, Periods, and Classrooms (1st) Inte

Lesson Style Practical Lesson Style
(More Details) Face-to-face

Practice, discussion and presentation

Credits 2.0 Class Hours/Week 　 Language of Instruction B : Japanese／English

Course Level 4 : Undergraduate Advanced

Course Area（Area） 26 : Biological and Life Sciences

Course Area（Discipline） 04 : Life Sciences

Eligible Students 4th grade

Keywords cell culture, phosphorylation of the protein, intra cellulkar signal transduction, gene engineering

Special Subject for Teacher Education 　 Special Subject 　

Class Status
within Educational
Program
(Applicable only to targeted subjects for undergraduate students) The purpose is to learn about the research conducted in basic research laboratories and participate in it, which will help in making future career decisions.
Criterion referenced
Evaluation
(Applicable only to targeted subjects for undergraduate students) Dentistry
（Knowledge and Understanding）
・Knowledge regarding basic and clinical dental medicine
・Knowledge of life sciences
（Abilities and Skills）
・Basic skills required for conducting experiments and presentations
・Skills for appropriately collecting, selecting, organizing, and presenting information regarding life science and dental medicine
（Comprehensive Abilities）
・Recognition of the importance of research, scientific intelligence, and creativity
・Ability to think critically, solve problems, and engage in lifelong learning

Class Objectives
/Class Outline Basic research aims to uncover unknown truths, stimulating intellectual curiosity. It offers a valuable opportunity to experience the "true excitement" that cannot be obtained in regular classes. Activities in research laboratories enhance scientific thinking skills and help acquire specialized skills, aiding in future career choices. There are also initiatives to support career development through conference participation and paper presentations.

Class Schedule lesson1 guidance
lesson2 research ethics
lesson3 cell culture
lesson4 cell culture
lesson5 detection of protein from the cells
lesson6 detection of protein from the cells
lesson7 transfection of genes into cells
lesson8 transfection of gene into cells
lesson9 Bioinformatics
lesson10 Bioinformatics
lesson11 real time RT-PCR
lesson12 real time RT-PCR
lesson13 data handling
lesson14 data handling
lesson15 presentation

Text/Reference
Books,etc. Molecular Biology of the Cell　Bruce Alberts
The Biology of Cancer,　(English Edition) 　Robert A. Weinberg

PC or AV used in
Class,etc. Handouts

(More Details) text book, protocols

Learning techniques to be incorporated Discussions, Project Learning

Suggestions on
Preparation and
Review Please try to read papers and reccomended books.

Requirements

Grading Method research ability

Practical Experience

Summary of Practical Experience and Class Contents based on it

Message In this course, students will master the fundamental techniques of cell biology while discovering the genuine excitement and joy of scientific research. Beyond technical skills, the curriculum emphasizes the 'soft skills' of a professional scientist: meticulous lab notebook management and the construction of sound logical frameworks. Our goal is to equip you with the global standards of scientific thinking and ethics, ensuring you are well-prepared to contribute effectively to any research laboratory, whether in Japan or abroad.

Other

Please fill in the class improvement questionnaire which is carried out on all classes.
Instructors will reflect on your feedback and utilize the information for improving their teaching.

Academic Year	2026Year	School/Graduate School	School of Dentistry Program of Dentistry
Lecture Code	J1507230	Subject Classification	Specialized Education
Subject Name	歯学研究実習I（ゲノム口腔腫瘍学）
Subject Name （Katakana）	シガクケンキュウジッシュウ I
Subject Name in English	Dental Research Practices I
Instructor	FUJII MAKIKO,SUEHIRO TOMOYA
Instructor (Katakana)	フジイ　マキコ,スエヒロ　トモヤ
Campus	Kasumi	Semester/Term	4th-Year, First Semester, First Semester
Days, Periods, and Classrooms	(1st) Inte
Lesson Style	Practical	Lesson Style (More Details)	Face-to-face
Practice, discussion and presentation
Credits	2.0	Class Hours/Week		Language of Instruction	B : Japanese／English
Course Level	4 : Undergraduate Advanced
Course Area（Area）	26 : Biological and Life Sciences
Course Area（Discipline）	04 : Life Sciences
Eligible Students	4th grade
Keywords	cell culture, phosphorylation of the protein, intra cellulkar signal transduction, gene engineering
Special Subject for Teacher Education		Special Subject
Class Status within Educational Program (Applicable only to targeted subjects for undergraduate students)	The purpose is to learn about the research conducted in basic research laboratories and participate in it, which will help in making future career decisions.
Criterion referenced Evaluation (Applicable only to targeted subjects for undergraduate students)	Dentistry （Knowledge and Understanding）・Knowledge regarding basic and clinical dental medicine ・Knowledge of life sciences （Abilities and Skills）・Basic skills required for conducting experiments and presentations ・Skills for appropriately collecting, selecting, organizing, and presenting information regarding life science and dental medicine （Comprehensive Abilities）・Recognition of the importance of research, scientific intelligence, and creativity ・Ability to think critically, solve problems, and engage in lifelong learning
Class Objectives /Class Outline	Basic research aims to uncover unknown truths, stimulating intellectual curiosity. It offers a valuable opportunity to experience the "true excitement" that cannot be obtained in regular classes. Activities in research laboratories enhance scientific thinking skills and help acquire specialized skills, aiding in future career choices. There are also initiatives to support career development through conference participation and paper presentations.
Class Schedule	lesson1 guidance lesson2 research ethics lesson3 cell culture lesson4 cell culture lesson5 detection of protein from the cells lesson6 detection of protein from the cells lesson7 transfection of genes into cells lesson8 transfection of gene into cells lesson9 Bioinformatics lesson10 Bioinformatics lesson11 real time RT-PCR lesson12 real time RT-PCR lesson13 data handling lesson14 data handling lesson15 presentation
Text/Reference Books,etc.	Molecular Biology of the Cell　Bruce Alberts The Biology of Cancer,　(English Edition) 　Robert A. Weinberg
PC or AV used in Class,etc.	Handouts
(More Details)	text book, protocols
Learning techniques to be incorporated	Discussions, Project Learning
Suggestions on Preparation and Review	Please try to read papers and reccomended books.
Requirements
Grading Method	research ability
Practical Experience
Summary of Practical Experience and Class Contents based on it
Message	In this course, students will master the fundamental techniques of cell biology while discovering the genuine excitement and joy of scientific research. Beyond technical skills, the curriculum emphasizes the 'soft skills' of a professional scientist: meticulous lab notebook management and the construction of sound logical frameworks. Our goal is to equip you with the global standards of scientific thinking and ethics, ensuring you are well-prepared to contribute effectively to any research laboratory, whether in Japan or abroad.
Other
Please fill in the class improvement questionnaire which is carried out on all classes. Instructors will reflect on your feedback and utilize the information for improving their teaching.

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