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Microbiology and Immunology
2100A -
Biology of Prokaryotes
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This course examines the fundamental aspects of the structure, physiology, genetics, and phylogenetic relationships of the Bacteria and Archaea. Examples of medically and environmentally important organisms are presented.
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Either Biology 1001A or 1201A and either Biology 1002B or 1202B, or one of the former Biology 1222 or 1223; Chemistry 1100A/B and 1200B, or one of the former Chemistry 1050, 1020 or 023.
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Microbiology and Immunology
2500A/B -
Biology of Infection and Immunity
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The biology of selected pathogens and the diseases they cause. An examination of host/parasite relationships and strategies used by microbes to survive in their hosts. Aspects of clinical disease will be studied including diagnosis and treatment based on modern molecular techniques and the nature of host immune responses.
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Microbiology and Immunology
3100A -
Microbiology
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This course will cover fundamental aspects of the ecology, structure, physiology, replication and genetics of bacteria and viruses. Topics include the pathogenesis of microorganisms, their role in disease, antibiotics, gene therapy vectors and vaccines. Available starting in 2014.
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It is recommended that Biochemistry 3381A be taken concurrently or previously.
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Microbiology and Immunology
3300A -
Immunology
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Elementary concepts of immunity, structure and function of the immune system, antigens and antibodies, complement, genetic basis of the immune response, humoral and cellular immunity, immunological tolerance, organ and tissue transplantation, allergy and autoimmunity.
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Microbiology and Immunology
3400B -
Diversity of Prokaryotes and Viruses
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A study of selected groups of Bacteria and Archaea that exhibit metabolic and physiological diversity (heterotrophs, phototrophs, autotrophs, chemolithotrophs, extremophiles). Molecular systematics and identification of prokaryotes. Introduction to the structure and replication of bacterial and animal viruses (including HIV and SARS). Viral responses to host cell defenses.
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Microbiology and Immunology
3600G -
Laboratory Techniques in Microbiology and Immunology
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This course consists of a series of laboratory exercises designed to familiarize students with techniques in immunology, bacterial genetics, virology and molecular biology.
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Microbiology and Immunology
3610F -
Microbiology Laboratory
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Laboratory techniques used in the broad discipline of microbiology, including bacteriology and virology. Laboratory exercises include the staining, biochemical characteristics and identification of live bacteria, plus genetic techniques used to study microorganisms. This course runs parallel to, and applies basic principles acquired in, Microbiology and Immunology 3100A. Available starting in 2014.
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Microbiology and Immunology
3620G -
Immunology Laboratory
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This course will familiarize students with a variety of practical techniques used in immunology research and diagnostic laboratories. Basic principles acquired from Microbiology and Immunology 3300B will be applied in this laboratory course. Available starting in 2014.
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Microbiology and Immunology 3300B
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Microbiology and Immunology
3810W -
Microbiology and Immunology for Nursing Students
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The biology of host immune responses and microorganisms with pathogenic potential and clinical aspects of infectious diseases, in the community, the hospital and the long term care institution will be covered. The role and professional attitude of the nurse in prevention, detection, control and management of infections will be emphasized.
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The former Microbiology and Immunology 3800.
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Microbiology and Immunology
4100A -
Bacterial Pathogenesis
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A course offering an integrated view of the genetics and biochemistry of bacteria and their role in pathogenesis. Lectures and student presentations cover topics in bacterial pathogenesis focusing on medically important organisms.
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Microbiology and Immunology
4200B -
Molecular Virology
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Cellular and molecular mechanisms of virus reproduction including approaches to the analysis of virus structure, virus-cell interaction, virus infection, oncogenes and viral transformation of cells to cancer cells. Various examples will be used from bacterial, plant and animal viruses.
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Microbiology and Immunology
4300A -
Advanced Immunology
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This course covers advanced concepts in organization and regulation of the immune system. Includes structure and function of immunoglobulins and other immune cell receptors, B and T lymphocyte interactions and signal transduction, cellular regulation by cytokines, immunological effector mechanisms, and diseases of the immune system.
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Microbiology and Immunology
4970E -
Research Project and Seminar
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The major laboratory course for students in Honors Microbiology and Immunology. The course consists of lectures on laboratory safety, biosafety, use of animals in research, scientific integrity; an independent research project (topic and advisor chosen by consultation between student and faculty); scientific communication (two seminars and a written report).
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Microbiology and Immunology 3600G with a mark of at least 70%. Enrollment is limited, and is available only to students in Year 4 of the Honors Specializations in Microbiology and Immunology and Biochemistry of Infection and Immunity. Students in the Honors Specialization in Biochemistry of Infection and Immunity may substitute Biochemistry 3380G with a mark of at least 70% in place of Microbiology and Immunology 3600G as a prerequisite.
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