BIO 330 Immunology
This course explores current concepts of immunology, including immunoglobulin structure and function, T cells and B cells, cell-cell cooperation in the immune response, and the role of the major histocompatibility complex in antigen recognition. Additional topics include innate and adaptive immunity, immune signaling, inflammation, immunological memory, autoimmunity, allergy, and immunodeficiency. Emphasis is placed on the cellular and molecular mechanisms that govern immune responses and their relevance to human health and disease. Students will develop skills in analyzing experimental data and evaluating primary scientific literature in contemporary immunology. Includes one three-hour laboratory per week, plus two hours arranged.
Prerequisite
BIO 221, BIO 224, or BIO 226
Corequisite
BIO 330L