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Immunology and Infection Biology
Immunologie und Infektionsbiologie
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:09:27
Abstract
Immunology:Differences between specific and unspecific immune system. Knowledge of cells and organs involved in the immune system. Development and function of B cells and T cells. Tolerance and Autoimmunity. Allergies and Asthma.Infections biology:Knowledge of different immunization models. Discussions of typical immune response towards infectious disease.
Objective
Basics of the immune system, allergies, and the immune defense against pathogenic microorganisms
Content
Cells and organs of the immunsystem Differences between specific (acquired) and unspecific (innate) immune system Development and function of B cells and T cells Tolerance and Autoimmunity Allergies and Asthma Basics of infections biology (i.e. typical infections of instestines, lung, and skin)
Resources
Lecture Notes
Will be provided
Literature
Recommended: Kuby Immunology (Freeman)
General Information
- Language
- German
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- graded semester performance
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| lecture | Immunologie und Infektionsbiologie |
|
2 h weekly |