BIOL 0380 - The Ecology and Evolution of Infectious Disease

Institution:

Brown University

Subject:

Description:

We will survey the diverse biology of microbes responsible for human infectious disease, develop and apply ecological and evolutionary theory to infectious microbes, and provide practical experience interpreting and synthesizing the peer-reviewed scientific literature. The discovery of infectious microbes, the role of genetic novelty, population structure and transmission mode, and the influence of clinical therapies and host immune response will be considered. Evaluation will be based on preparation, participation, weekly student presentations, brief weekly written assignments, a midterm and a final. Expected: BIOL 0200 or equivalent. Enrollment limited to 25 freshmen and sophomores. Instructor permission required. LILE

Credits:

1.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

Corequisites:

Exclusions:

Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.brown.edu

Phone Number:

(401) 863-1000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

The Course Profile information is provided and updated by third parties including the respective institutions. While the institutions are able to update their information at any time, the information is not independently validated, and no party associated with this website can accept responsibility for its accuracy.