University at Buffalo (UB)
The course will provide an in depth overview of microbiology, immunology, and their interface with biotechnology. The course will focus on the three major families of disease-causing microorganisms: bacteria (prokaryotes), viruses, and parasites/fungi (eukaryotes) as well as immunology and host-pathogen interactions. It will also cover key concepts in biochemistry, cell biology, and physiology. The course will consist of didactic lectures from a team of experts allowing for the presentation of cutting edge scientific research in their fields. In addition, experiment-based lectures will introduce students to cutting edge technologies used in microbiological and immunological research.