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General Virology
Last Updated: 2026-06-03 00:14:06
Abstract
Introduction into the basics of virology, including characterization of viruses, virus-cell interactions, virus-host interactions, virus-host population interactions, basics of prevention and prophylaxis as well as diagnostics.
Objective
Introduction into the basics of virology.
Content
Basics in virology. Characterization of viruses, virus-cell interactions, virus-host interactions, virus-host population interactions, basics of prevention and prophylaxis as well as diagnostics.
Resources
Lecture Notes
The lecture uses the lecturer's 'Allgemeine Virologie' as a basis.The lecturer's slides as well as selected primary literature will be provided 24-48 hrs prior to the lecture in pdf format.
Literature
Jane Flint, Vincent R. Racaniello, Glenn F. Rall, Theodora Hatziioannou, Anna Marie Skalka Principles of Virology, 2020, 5th Edition (Multi-Volume) ISBN: 978-1-683-67032-2 Kurt Tobler, Mathias Ackermann und Cornel Fraefel, Allgemeine Virologie, 2021, 2. Auflage UTB-Band-Nr.:4516 Haupt Verlag Bern ISBN: 978-3-8252-5630-2
Learning Materials (Links)
- Moodle course
- Moodle-Kurs / Moodle course
General Information
- Language
- English
- Levels
- MSC
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- graded semester performance
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
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| lecture | General Virology |
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1 h weekly |
Offered In
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Biomedical Engineering Master (Only courses offered under "GESS Science in Perspective" count in this category. See "Offered in" tab in course view. For more information, please refer to )
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Recommended Elective Courses (These courses are particularly recommended for the Molecular Bioengineering track. Please consult your track adviser if you wish to select other subjects.)
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