Course Info: NS-0277
| Course | NS-0277 Pathogens |
| Long Title | Pathogens |
| Term | 2018F |
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Textbook information |
| Meeting Info | Cole Science Center 333 on T,TH from 10:30-11:50 |
| Faculty | Megan Dobro |
| Capacity | 25 |
| Available | 10 |
| Waitlist | 0 |
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| Cumulative Skill(s) | Writing and Research Quantitative Skills |
| Additional Info | In this course students are generally expected to spend at least 6 to 8 hours a week of preparation and work outside of class time. |
| Description | Infectious diseases have killed billions of humans throughout history and have the potential to wipe us out, whether emerging naturally or from bioterrorism. In this course, students study the basis of these diseases through the molecular mechanisms of pathogenic bacteria, viruses, and parasites. They read primary literature to learn about the experimental processes of pathogen research and popular science books to understand the social contexts for the related diseases. Successful completion of previous coursework in cellular or molecular biology, immunology, or epidemiology was recommended. Student presentations were a large component of the course. |