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2014-2015 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

BI 365 - Immunology and Parasitology

An introduction to the: i) biology of the human immune system and mechanisms used to protect against infection, and ii) diversity, biology, and significance of micro- and macro-parasites influencing human health and disease. Students learn about immune cells and molecules, mechanisms of innate and adaptive immunity, consequences of infection, parasite epidemiology, and patterns of host-parasite co-evolution. Labs explore parasite diversity and life-cycles, and molecular- and antibody-based immune assays.

Prerequisites: BI 153, CH 103, or CH 110

Full course
Laboratory Fee: Yes
Liberal Studies Curriculum: Global Issues that Impact the Common Good