Abstract

Flow cytometry is a well-established
technique in the clinical, research and pharmaceutical worlds. Although many
recent cytometers are designed to be user-friendly and operated via a series of
mouse clicks, knowledge of fluidics, optics, electronics and data processing
will all help in designing and troubleshooting experiments. We have run modular
training courses aimed principally at biotech companies since 2014. These
involve a one-day introduction to flow cytometry with the aim of allowing
delegates to be able to run a simple experiment; the second two-day module
builds on that knowledge and covers more complex experimental design,
troubleshooting, and data analysis and presentation. We have refined the
content, delivery, and evaluation metrics of the courses based on feedback.
Here we present the evaluation criteria and show how these courses give
added-value to delegates and allow them to be more productive in their work
environment.