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BIO-SCI 5801
Readings In Immunology
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A detailed study of special topics in immunology. Specific topics to be arranged with the instructor. This course may be repeated by doctoral students for a maximum of 3 credit hours. Prerequisite: LIFE-SCI 435.
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Credits: 1,3 hours
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BIO-SCI 5802
Immunopathology
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A detailed study of selected topics in immunopathology with emphasis on physicochemical barriers such as cutaneous and mucosal immune systems. Prerequisite: LIFE-SCI 435.
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Credits: 2 hours
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BIO-SCI 5805
Molecular Biology Of Oral Microflora
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Lecture and discussion. The course will provide an overview of the ecology of oral microbial flora and its role in oral health and disease. Students will examine the taxonomy and ecology of normal and pathogenic oral microbial flora, acquisition of the oral microbiota and the formation of dental plaque as a biofilm. The course will also explore other aspects of microbial biology, such as; bacterial virulence factors and pathogenesis; host defense mechanisms; systemic complications of periodontal disease; antibiotics and antibiotic resistance.The second part of the course will review the effect of recent advances in molecular biology and protein biochemistry on oral diagnosis and treatment.
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Credits: 2,3 hours
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BIO-SCI 5830
Structural Characterization Of Dental Biomaterials
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A detailed study of the techniques commonly used to determine the composition and structure of dental biomaterials. Surface and near-surface characterization techniques will be emphasized. The student will be expected to complete laboratory projects on the scanning and transmission electron microscopies available in the School of Dentistry. Two hours lecture and two to six hours laboratory per week. Prerequisite: BIO-SCI 5701.
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Credits: 3 hours
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BIO-SCI 5899
Required Graduate Enrollment
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Credits: 1 hours
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