Virology

Catalog description

This course will try to define viruses, the differences between viral species and their modes of replication, expression and pathogenesis. We will also examine methods used in viral diagnosis and detection, the manipulation of viruses in gene therapy and research, combating viruses by the use of vaccines. We will also study viruses and cancer and other diseases, the role of the immune system, persistent infections, and emerging viruses. There are three hours of lecture. This course is offered in Spring semesters. All students registered for this course must also be registered for BIO 341L.