BIOL 6380 - Virology

Institution:

University of the Incarnate Word

Subject:

Biology

Description:

The course presents the structure, replication, and properties of viruses. The molecular organization of the genomes of viruses will be analyzed. Current methods of recombinant DNA technology in the study of viruses will be presented. Applications of those technologies and their ethical and legal considerations will be discussed. The interaction of viruses with host immune systems will be presented. Chemotherapeutic treatment of viral infections and vaccination will be evaluated.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.uiw.edu

Phone Number:

(210) 829-6000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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