Fundamentals of Immunology: Death by Friendly Fire
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Approx. 27 hours to complete
Course Summary
This course provides an introduction to the field of immunology, including the basics of the immune system, how it works, and how it can malfunction.Key Learning Points
- Learn about the basics of the immune system and how it functions
- Explore how the immune system can malfunction, leading to disease
- Discover the latest research and advancements in the field of immunology
Related Topics for further study
- Immunology basics
- Immune system malfunctions
- Immunological research
- Disease prevention
- Treatment options
Learning Outcomes
- Understand the basics of the immune system and how it functions
- Identify common immunological malfunctions and their causes
- Explore the latest research and advancements in immunology
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- Basic understanding of biology and chemistry
- Access to a computer with internet connection
Course Difficulty Level
IntermediateCourse Format
- Online
- Self-paced
- Interactive
Similar Courses
- Introduction to Molecular Biology
- Biochemistry Basics
- Genetics and Evolution
Related Education Paths
Notable People in This Field
- Director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases
- Nobel Prize Winner in Physiology or Medicine
Related Books
Description
Course 3 of a three course specialization called Fundamentals of Immunology. Each course in the specialization presents material that builds on the previous course's material.
Outline
- Cellular Immunity
- Welcome
- T Cells with Highly Varied AB receptors
- Quasi-Innate Adaptive Cells: Border Patrol
- Out of the Bone Marrow: Spectrum and Variety
- Attack by Tc Cells
- Attack by NK Cells
- Coordinated Killing: ADCC
- Course Study Guide
- Pre-Course Survey
- Lesson 3 Questions
- Lesson 4 Questions
- Lesson 5 Questions
- Lesson 6 Questions
- Inflamation
- Metaphor
- Signals
- Cell Adhesion
- Extravasation
- Inflammasomes
- Inflamatory Mediators
- Clinical Considerations
- Clinical Therapies
- Lesson 1 Questions
- Lesson 2 Questions
- Lesson 3 Questions
- Lesson 4 Questions
- Lesson 5 Questions
- Lesson 6 Questions
- Lesson 7 Questions
- Lesson 8 Questions
- Tolerance
- Danger Assessment
- Central Tolerance
- Peripheral Tolerance
- Experiments and Mechanisms
- T regulatory cells
- Thought Questions
- Mutation
- Implications and Analogy
- Lesson 1 Questions
- Lesson 2 Questions
- Lesson 3 Questions
- Lesson 4 Questions
- Lesson 5 Questions
- Lesson 7 Questions
- Lesson 8 Questions
- Autoimmunity
- Systemic
- Endocrine
- Neuromuscular
- Epithelia
- Mechanisms
- Therapy
- Lesson 1 Questions
- Lesson 3 Questions
- Lesson 4 Questions
- Lesson 5 Questions
- Lesson 6 Questions
- Hypersensitivity
- Type I: Characteristics and Diseases
- Type I: Mechanism of Action
- Type I: Therapies and Epidemiology
- Type II: ADCC
- Type II: Clinical Consequences
- Type III: Immune Complex Mediated
- Type IV: Cellular or Delayed
- Wrap-up
- Lesson 1 Questions
- Lesson 2 Questions
- Lesson 3 Questions
- Lesson 4 Questions
- Lesson 5 Questions
- Lesson 6 Questions
- Lesson 7 Questions
- Lesson 8 Questions
- Transplant Immunity
- Antibodies & Assays
- ELISA Assays
- Graft Rejection
- MHC and Tissue Typing
- Encouraging Tolerance
- Transplant Examples
- Farewell
- End-of-Course Survey
- Lesson 1 Questions
- Lesson 2 Questions
- Lesson 3 Questions
- Lesson 4 Questions
- Lesson 5 Questions
- Lesson 6 Questions
Summary of User Reviews
Immunology-Friendly Fire is a highly recommended course for anyone interested in learning about the immune system. The course received positive reviews for its engaging content and knowledgeable instructors.Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course
The instructors were highly knowledgeable and engaging, making the material easy to understand and interesting to learn.Pros from User Reviews
- Engaging and knowledgeable instructors
- Easy-to-understand content
- Interesting and relevant course material
- Well-organized and structured course
- Interactive and engaging activities
Cons from User Reviews
- Some users felt the course moved too quickly and could be overwhelming
- A few users experienced technical difficulties with the online platform
- Not enough advanced content for those with a strong background in immunology
- Limited opportunities for interaction with other students
- Some users did not find the assessments challenging enough
Alma Moon Novotny, Ph.D.
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Fundamentals of Immunology: Death by Friendly Fire
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Course 3 of a three course specialization called Fundamentals of Immunology. Each course in the specialization presents material that builds on the previous course's material....
