MBI 414 - Microbial Pathogenesis

Institution:

University of Rochester

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Description:

An examination of host-parasite interactions and the mechanisms by which microbes evade the host response and cause disease. The emphasis is on an understanding at the molecular level of microbial pathogenesis, including colonization, invasion, antigen variation, and toxin production and mode of action. In addition, an understanding of how host defense mechanisms interact with pathogenic microbes will be examined. (Graduate students must register for MBI 514 seminar). Alternate year

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.rochester.edu

Phone Number:

(888) 822-2256

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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