We are pleased to announce the course “Bridging Scales: Unveiling the mechanical properties of biomaterials and organoids with AFM and Bulk Rheology”, taking place from March 11 to 13, 2026, at i3S, Porto.
Explore how Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM) and Rheology can be used to measure the mechanical and viscoelastic properties of biological samples, engineered tissues, and organoids—key to developing advanced 3D in vitro models and reducing animal testing.
This hands-on course covers:
- AFM-based nanoindentation and dynamic mechanical analysis
- Calibration for accurate force measurements
- Key parameters like stiffness, adhesion, Young’s modulus, and viscosity
- Rheological techniques (e.g., oscillatory shear, viscometry)
- High-throughput nanoindentation with imaging for 3D model screening
General Information
- Course Dates: From 11 to 13 MARCH 2026
- Location: i3S, Porto
- Number of Participants: 20
- Course duration: 21 hours (over 3 days)
- Target Audience: Postdoctoral researchers, PhD, MSc and BSc students; life sciences researchers, technical staff, members of technology centers and industry professionals.
- Course Format: In person | Includes both theoretical and practical components
- Course requirements: Laptop
- Language: English
- Pre-Registration here: Until 26 NOV 2025
For more information please visit the official website
