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376-0209-00L 6 Credits BSC , MSC D-HEST , D-BIOL
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Molecular Disease Mechanisms

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Abstract

In this course the mechanisms of disease development will be studied. Main topics will be:1. Influence of environmental factors with an emphasis on inflammation and the immune response.2. Mechanisms underlying disease progression in metabolic disorders, integrating genetic and environmental factors.3. Mechanisms underlying disease progression in cancer, integrating genetic and environment

Objective

To understand the mechanisms governing disease development with a special emphasis on genetic and environmental associated components

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Lecture Notes

All information can be found at:https://moodle-app2.let.ethz.ch/course/view.php?id=12627The enrollment key will be provided by email

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General Information

Language
English
Levels
BSC , MSC
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
session examination
Mode
written 120 minutes
Aids
Wörterbuch erlaubt.
Digital
The exam takes place on devices provided by ETH Zurich.
Exam at the computer

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture Molecular Disease Mechanisms
  • Mon 12:45-14:30 (HPV G 4)
  • Mon 13:00-15:00 (ER SA TZ)
  • Tue 09:45-11:30 (HPV G 4)
  • Tue 10:00-12:00 (ER SA TZ)
4 h weekly

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