Undergraduate Course: Pathway Biology of Host-pathogen Interactions (MIBM10048)
Course Outline
| School |
School of Biomedical Sciences |
College |
College of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine |
| Course type |
Standard |
Availability |
Not available to visiting students |
| Credit level (Normal year taken) |
SCQF Level 10 (Year 4 Undergraduate) |
Credits |
10 |
| Home subject area |
Microbiology and Infection (Biomedical Sciences) |
Other subject area |
None |
| Course website |
None
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Taught in Gaelic? |
No |
| Course description |
The Herpesviruses represent a large and diverse group of complex dsDNA viruses which cause serious disease and mortality in humans as well as numerous animal species. They have a global economic impact in human healthcare and agriculture. This special topic will outline the main human and animal herpesvirus groups focussing on principles of pathogenesis and immune evasion. The topic will explore virus replication strategies, pathogenesis, and mechanisms by which these viruses can maintain infection in the face of the host immune response. There will also be study of host and pathogen genomics, animal models of herpesvirus infection, and an overview of emerging techniques and approaches in herpesvirus research. Student presentations and essays will help to reinforce important aspects and emerging concepts relevant to the topic. |
Entry Requirements
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Co-requisites |
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Other requirements |
None
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| Additional Costs |
None |
Course Delivery Information
| Not being delivered |
Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes
| Increased understanding of biological processes. Detailed learning outcomes will be provided later. |
Assessment Information
| 30% ICA & 70% exam. |
Special Arrangements
| None |
Additional Information
| Academic description |
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| Syllabus |
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| Transferable skills |
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| Reading list |
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| Study Abroad |
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| Keywords |
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Contacts
| Course organiser |
Dr Simon Talbot
Tel: (0131 6)50 7938
Email: stalbot@ed.ac.uk |
Course secretary |
Mrs Patricia Law
Tel: (0131 6)50 3161
Email: Anne.Law@ed.ac.uk |
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