ERIC Number: EJ1482510
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2025-Jul
Pages: 6
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ISSN: ISSN-2730-5937
EISSN: EISSN-2730-5945
Available Date: 2025-04-16
Integrating Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) into Biomedical and Bioengineering Education: Bridging Academia and Industry
Frank J. Hernandez1,2; Jane Elliston3; Jordi Altimiras1
Biomedical Engineering Education, v5 n2 p383-388 2025
Challenge: Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) is critical for ensuring the quality, integrity, reproducibility, and traceability of research, particularly in biomedical and bioengineering fields. With increasing demand for GLP-compliant research, integrating GLP principles into the education of biomedical and bioengineering students is essential. However, teaching regulatory topics can be challenging, as students often find them abstract and disengaging. Novel Initiative: GLP has been incorporated into an existing course within the master's program in Experimental and Medical Bioscience, an international program with students from diverse scientific backgrounds. This initiative introduces GLP through five key areas: organization and personnel, study planning and documentation, facilities and equipment, data collection, and quality assurance. The curriculum emphasizes hands-on training, particularly in writing Standard Operating Procedures and ensuring data integrity, preparing students for both academic and industrial research environments. Reflection: This approach highlights the importance of incorporating regulatory concepts in an interactive and engaging manner. By integrating GLP into practical coursework, students gain a deeper appreciation for its role in ensuring research quality. The initiative also underscores the need for creative educational strategies to enhance student engagement and prepare them for future careers in academia and industry. Embedding GLP in education strengthens research practices, reinforcing its significance in scientific advancement.
Descriptors: Biomedicine, Engineering Education, Laboratory Procedures, Masters Programs, Graduate Students, Experiential Learning, Integrated Activities
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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Author Affiliations: 1Linköping University, Department of Physics, Chemistry and Biology (IFM), Linköping, Sweden; 2Linköping University, Wallenberg Center for Molecular Medicine, Linköping, Sweden; 3Battelle UK Ltd, Chelmsford, UK

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