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MBY Microbiology CoursesNOTE:MBY299Y
JZM357H1
Morphology, life cycles, evolutionary history and adaptations to a parasitic mode of life. Host-parasite relationships are explored
through the study of various helminths and arthropod parasites, the diseases they cause, and our attempts to control them. JZM358H1
Morphology, life cycles, evolutionary history and adaptations to a parasitic mode of life. Host-parasite relationships are explored
through the study of various protozoan parasites, the diseases they cause, and our attempts to control them. MBY376H1
Fundamental laboratory techniques in bacteriology and virology. Valuable not only for students specializing in Microbiology but also
for those in related disciplines which make use of bacteria and viruses as research tools. Open to students in related programs. MBY377H1
Detailed study of bacteria in terms of structure, classification and replication. Basis for advanced study in various aspects of
bacteriology including bacterial physiology, bacterial genetics, molecular pathogenesis of disease and environmental studies. MBY378H1
Detailed study of viruses in terms of structure, classification, replication and interaction with the host. Basis for advanced study in
virology. Requires some familiarity with immunology. A concurrent course in immunology (IMM 334Y1/335Y1) is recommend. MBY422Y1
TBA MBY428H1
This course aims to explore and understand microbial genome diversity and the evolutionary dynamic of microbial genomes. Topics
include: structure and diversity of microbial (eubacterial and archaebacterial) genomes; orientation and overall organization of genes
at the genomic level; mobile genetic elements; restriction and modification systems; genome and codon evolution. MBY434H1
A survey of bacterial metabolism and its regulation from a basic knowledge of bacterial physiology, biochemistry and molecular
biology. Emphasis is placed on mechanisms of sensing and adjusting to environmental stresses. Topics include: carbon/energy/metabolism and catabolite repression; adjustments to aerobic/anaerobic conditions, changes in osmolarity and starvation for amino
acids, nitrogen and phosphate; chemoreceptors, bioluminescence, and response to environmental stress, such as DNA damage and
heat shock. MBY440H1
Analysis of virus/host interactions at the molecular level. Course material is based on recent research publications. MBY444H1
Microorganisms normally exist in mixed communities whose composition and activity reflect the physical and chemical status of
each particular niche. The structural analysis, nutrient cycling, and dynamics of microbe-microbe interactions in terrestrial,
freshwater, and marine ecosystems are explored. The role of microorganisms in bioremediation is examined. MBY445H1
Current approaches to gene therapy including design of virus-based vectors for delivery and expression of effector genes. Emphasis
on the use of retrovirus-based strategies for prevention and treatment of HIV infection. MBY450H1
A laboratory course focussing on the use of molecular techniques to study microorganisms and their interactions with the host. MBY480H1
Analysis of infectious disease vaccines; past, present and future, with an emphasis on molecular aspects. Special topics include:
molecular basis of pathogenicity; vaccination strategies; genetically engineered vaccines; DNA vaccines; modulation of the immune
response by vaccine adjuvants; adverse effects of vaccines. |
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