CM 699 - Immunology and Microbiology

Credit(s): 3.00

This course focuses on the basic functions of the immune system, with emphasis on its role in protecting against microbial infections and tumors; and immune deficiency states, autoimmunity and psychoneuroimmunology. Students learn the roles of cells, proteins and other chemicals involved in an immune response, and gain the skill of communicating immune principles to patients and the lay public.