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Academic Year 2005/2006

Virology
MB&B 304 SP

This half-semester course will focus on the molecular biology of viruses. We will specifically examine the mechanisms by which viruses evade host defenses and subvert control of cellular machinery for their own replication. Viruses of particular impact to human health, such as DNA tumor viruses and HIV, will be used as primary examples. The use of viruses in gene therapy and the prospects for molecular approaches to antiviral therapies and vaccines will also be discussed.

MAJOR READINGS

Required text readings will be supplemented with reviews and articles from the current scientific literature.

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

There will be examinations and a final. Participation in class discussion will be expected from all students. Students will also be required to write a short paper.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS

This course will be taught the first half of the semester. Students may add this course for 5 days after the first day of class. Students must withdraw from this class by Friday, March 9.

COURSE FORMAT: Lecture/Discussion

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: UGRD    Credit: .5    Gen Ed Area Dept: NSM MB&B    Grading Mode: Graded   

Prerequisites: [BIOL206 or MB&B206] OR [BIOL182 or MB&B182] Links to Web Resources For This Course.

Last Updated on MAR-30-2006

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