Courses
BIOL – 495/595
This course will examine the biology of zoonotic agents and the implication of host-pathogen interactions to disease susceptibility and resistance. Students will apply these basic concepts towards the understanding of issues governing pathogenesis, pathology, epidemiology, control and surveillance of zoonotic diseases such as H1N1 virus-derived influenza, West Nile, rabies, bovine spongiform encephalopathy, leishmaniasis, Lyme disease, and severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS). Focus will be placed on zoonotic agents currently having a significant impact in animal and public health. Lectures will be followed by active discussion of selected readings. Integration of basic concepts with current literature will provide a broad understanding of issues that link the biology of host and pathogen to disease and the socio-economic global structure.
Schedule
| Date | Section | Topic | Instructor(s) |
Sep. 10, 15 |
1 |
Introduction to zoonoses |
Dr. Barreda |
Sep. 17, 22 |
2 |
Impact of zoonoses on human health |
Dr. McKenzie |
Sep. 24, 29 |
3 |
Impact of zoonoses on animal health |
Dr. Barreda |
Oct. 1, 6 |
4 |
Comparative immunobiology of zoonotic infections |
Dr. Barreda |
Oct. 8, 13 |
5 |
Direct contact zoonoses |
Dr. Barreda |
Oct. 15, 20 |
Midterm review; Midterm exam |
Drs. B + M | |
Oct. 22, 27, 29, Nov. 3 |
6 |
Intracellular vs. extracellular zoonoses |
Dr. Barreda |
Nov. 5, 10, 12, 17 |
7 |
Environmental zoonoses |
Dr. McKenzie |
Nov. 19, 24, 26, Dec. 1 |
8 |
Vector-based zoonoses |
Dr. McKenzie |
Dec. 3, 8 |
9 |
Socio-economic impact of zoonoses |
Dr. McKenzie |
Dec. 8 |
Cumulative final exam - Covers all material from Sep. 3 to Dec. 1 |
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Please consult Bear Tracks prior to exam to confirm time and place.
