Research training offered to graduate students with faculty advisers in a tutorial system. A survey of the fundamentals of molecular biology. The introduction is followed by an advanced treatment of these topics, and discussions of mammalian genetics and immunogenetics with emphasis on current trends in research. P-BICM 705 or current enrollment in 705. Bowden, Staff 732.
Emphasis is on eukaryotic systems and review of pertinent research literature.
Brewer, Bowden, Staff 749, 750. Advanced Topics in Microbiology and Immunology. A seminar course dedicated to the analysis of current research literature on the fundamental biochemical and molecular processes that are involved in the growth, differentiation, and functions of bacteria, viruses, and eukaryotic cells. The course not only provides the student with experience in literature analysis, but also offers a broad exposure to timely and important themes and principles that link the disciplines of microbiology, virology, and immunology. P-Biochemistry, microbiology, immunology, and virology.