4.2 - High-throughput drug testing
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What does iPSC stand for?
💡 Hint: Think about what it means to induce pluripotency.
Briefly, why are iPSCs important in drug testing?
💡 Hint: Consider why individual genetic information is valuable.
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What is the primary purpose of high-throughput screening?
💡 Hint: Think about what you're trying to assess quickly in drug discovery.
True or False: Patient-derived iPSCs can replicate multiple disease models.
💡 Hint: Consider the versatility of stem cells that are not limited to one condition.
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Design a high-throughput screening experiment using iPSCs for a new neurodegenerative disorder. What would be your key considerations?
💡 Hint: Think about what factors influence the success of drug testing.
Critique the ethical implications of creating genetically modified iPSCs for drug testing. What arguments could be made both for and against this practice?
💡 Hint: Reflect on both the benefits to society and the rights of individuals.
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