WiCell Research Institute, Madison, Wisconsin, announces an additional sessions of its "Introduction to Human Embryonic Stem Cell Culture Methods" course. This hands-on, basic techniques training is offered over two full days, with an additional half-day option available at no additional cost.

The optional half day will include freezing mouse embryonic feeder cells and human embryonic stem cells. In addition, students may use this day to consult with the instructors on any protocols covered during the first two days of class. PLEASE NOTE: This class does NOT cover directed differentiation of HES cells or the derivation of HES cell lines. The new session dates are July 11-13, 2005. Additional information and on-line registration are available at www.wicell.org.