Medical Immunology

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By focusing on recent groundbreaking advances in our understanding of the vertebrate immune system, this course explores the contrasting mechanisms of protective immunity against parasites and cancer with various immune disorders that mainly stem from immune dysregulation, such as autoimmunity, acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS), allergies, and other diseases. By engaging in interactive, case-based computer exercises, students will have an opportunity to emulate the discovery of the underlying biological defects that give rise to these and other immune-related diseases.