BIO 346 - Virology

Institution:

Lycoming College

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Description:

An introduction to the study of viruses. The course will cover virus anatomy and reproduction, diseases caused by viruses, modern treatments of viral infections and viral vaccines produced by recombinant DNA and other technologies. Course content will also include a description of how viruses are used as tools for genetic engineering and for studying cellular processes like membrane signal transduction, regulation of genetic expression and oncogenesis (cancer). Four hours of lecture per week. Prerequisites: BIO 110-111 or consent of instructor. Alternate years.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.lycoming.edu

Phone Number:

(570) 321-4000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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