Applications of Immunology in Surgery

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A multi-disciplinary group of students at the graduate, doctoral and post-doctoral level will discuss recently published literature (last 12 months) in the field of immunology and landmark immunology studies from prominent immunology journals as they apply to surgical problems. Students will select articles which are relevant to a broader audience but also relevant to their own research interests. Clinical background in medicine and surgery with interest in immunology, and the application of basic immunology discoveries to surgical practice. Prereq: Grad, or Prof standing; or permission of instructor. Repeatable to a maximum of 6 cr hrs.