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MB&B304
Virology
MB&B304 SP
Not Currently Offered
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 anti-viral 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
Students must
withdraw from this course by March 5.
Unless preregistered students attend the first class meeting
or communicate directly with the instructor prior to the
first class, they will be dropped from the class list.
NOTE: Students must still submit a completed Drop/Add form
to the Registrar's Office.
COURSE FORMAT: Discussion Lecture
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Level: UG Credit: 0.50
Gen Ed Area & Dept: NSM MB&B
Prerequisites:
MB&B205 and BIOL206
Last Updated on MAR-22-1999
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