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Immunology II
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:18:50
Abstract
The aim of lecture is to understand:> how immune system recognizes different pathogens and how it successfully selects appropriate defense stratgey> why defense mechanism against microorganism often yields into symptoms of disease (fever, inflammation, autoimmunity)> how the cells of the immune system migrate into different tissues> immune system in intestine and anti tumor response
Objective
The lectures aim to provide a basic understanding to the questions > how diverse microorganisms are recognised by the immune system > how innate and adaptive immune responses interact at the cellular and molecular level > how we defend viruses, bacteria, and parasites > why we are tolerant to self > how do we cope with so many intestinal bacteria and why some people develop inflammatory bowel disease > how behaviour may regulate immune responses
Content
Recognition of pathogens and innate immune responses Immune responses against viruses, bacteria, and parasites HIV and AIDS Immunological memory Tolerance and Immunregulation The complement system Psychoneuroimmunology Homing and migration of immune cells Mucosal Immunology Immunology of bone metabolismus and osteoporosis
Resources
Lecture Notes
Script will be provided at the beginning of the lectures
Literature
Recommended: Kuby Immunology (Freeman)
General Information
- Language
- German
- Levels
- BSC , MSC
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- session examination
- Mode
- written 120 minutes
- Aids
- Keine.
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| lecture | Immunology II |
|
2 h weekly |