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Biological Sciences
Description: This course will cover the ecology of the microbial inhabitants of the human body, how the host depends on these microorganisms to maintain health, and consequences when these microbial communities are perturbed. The intent of this course is to introduce students to fundamental and novel concepts in human microbiome research, including original studies from many of the major contributors who have shaped the field. Co-convened with BIO 434. Letter grade only.
Units: 3
Sections offered: Spring 2024
Prerequisite: Graduate Status
Biological Sciences
Term : Spring 2023
Catalog Year : 2022-2023
BIO 534 - Human Microbiome Ecology
Description: This course will cover the ecology of the microbial inhabitants of the human body, how the host depends on these microorganisms to maintain health, and consequences when these microbial communities are perturbed. The intent of this course is to introduce students to fundamental and novel concepts in human microbiome research, including original studies from many of the major contributors who have shaped the field. Co-convened with BIO 434. Letter grade only.
Units: 3
Sections offered: Spring 2024
Prerequisite: Graduate Status