Biology 321 - SEMINAR:TOPICS IN MICROBIOLOGY

Fall
2014
01
3.00
Robert Dorit
W 07:30-09:30
Smith College
20559-F14
SAB-RD 410
rdorit@smith.edu
Topics course. This course examines the impact of infectious diseases on our society. New pathogens have recently been identified, while existing pathogens have warranted increased investigation for multiple reasons, including as causative agents of chronic disease and cancer and as agents of bioterrorism. Specific emphasis on the molecular basis of virulence in a variety of organisms is addressed along with the diseases they cause and the public health measures taken to address these pathogens. Prerequisites BIO 202, or BIO 204. Recommended: BIO 306.
Topic: Ecology and Genomics of Emerging Infectious Diseases. Instructor Permission. Not open to first-years, sophomores
Permission is required for interchange registration during all registration periods.