Immunity, Infection & Cancer

Catalog description

An 11-week course that builds upon the fundamental principles of the immune system that are presented in Molecular and Cellular Principles. The essential role of the immune system in maintaining health as well as disease states resulting from its dysfunction is addressed. The focus on immunity provides a natural home for concepts in rheumatology and dermatology. Fundamental concepts in infectious disease and microbiology will also be included in this course, although many specific pathogens are addressed in other courses. The end of this course transitions into major concepts in neoplasia,…