Advanced Topics in Molecular and Medical Virology

3 credits · Undergraduate

This advanced course focuses on selected aspects of virology and consists of lectures and student presentations based on current research papers. Topics may include: viruses and innate immunity, virus interactions with host cells, zoonotic viruses, vaccines and antiviral drugs. Exact topics change from year to year. Students who consider future graduate studies and/or intend to do Honours research in virology or closely related themes (e.g. host-pathogen interactions, innate immunity) will benefit the most from taking this course. PREREQUISITES: Students enrol in the Fall semester, but must attend the first class where final admittance is determined. Restricted enrollment based on performance in MICI 3114.03 (minimum A- or instructor's consent) CROSSLISTED: MICI 5114.03 FORMATS: Lecture | Discussion