MSMVM 3410 - MICROBIAL PATHOGENESIS Minimum Credits: 2 Maximum Credits: 2 This course is an introduction to the molecular basis of bacterial and parasitic pathogenesis. Topics include: 1) introduction to microbial pathogens, 2) molecular and classical Koch’s postulates, 3) pathogen adhesion strategies, 4) molecular mechanisms of invasion 5) microbial strategies for immune evasion 6) genetics and action of bacterial toxins 7) coordinate regulation of virulence factors 8) antibiotics and antibiotic resistance 9) host responses to infection 10) vaccines. Academic Career: Graduate Course Component: Lecture Grade Component: Grad LG/SNC Basis Click here for class schedule information.
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