260.823.01 SPECIAL TOPICS IN TRANSPLANTATION IMMUNOLOGY
Department:
Molecular Microbiology and Immunology
Term: 4th term
Credits: (3 credits)
Contact: Noel Rose
Academic Year: 2012 - 2013
Description:
Introductory lectures review current understanding of the major histocompatibility complex; the molecular basis of alloreactivity; and immunological mechanisms of allograft rejection, tolerance, and graft versus host disease. Presents and discusses current articles addressing important topics in transplantation.
Student Evaluation: Student evaluation based on class participation and a paper reviewing a current topic.
Learning Objective:
1. Understand the fundamental differences between immune responses to allo-antigens and other non-self antigens. 2. Know the mechanisms underlying successful allogeneic transplantation and appreciate the concepts of tolerance and accommodation. 3. Become acquainted with the process and problems in translation of basic research into clinical transplantation.
Location: Baltimore
Class Times:
- Tuesday 1:30 - 2:50
- Thursday 1:30 - 2:50
Enrollment Minimum: 6
Enrollment Maximum: 30
Instructor Consent:
For consent, contact: nrose@jhsph.edu
Prerequisite:
Introductory course in immunology
Auditors Allowed: Yes, with instructor consent
Grading Restriction: Letter Grade or Pass/Fail
Catalog Subcommittee Actions: CatalogStatus, .11/11/2011;
Frequency Schedule: Every Other Year
Next Offered: 2013-2014