Present Human Plagues and their Impact on Society

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Present Human Plagues and their Impact on Society

Details

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  • Academic Plan
    ST_0035
  • Cognate
    STEM
  • Responsible Academic Unit
     Microbiology and Immunology

    Contact Info
    • Name: Kurt Schesser
    • Email: kschesser@miami.edu
    • Phone: Please contact by email
    • Location: Please contact by email
  • Recommended for
    All student
  • Required Courses
    Students must complete at least 3 courses for at least 9 credits.
  • Number of Groups: 2

Cognate Categories

Description

An examination of how infectious diseases have, and continue to, shape the human experience. An emphasis will be placed on understanding pathogen biology and how they interact with the human immune system. With this foundation in place, the public health, legal, and global dimensions of modern day calamities will be examined.

Option Groups

Complete exactly 2 of the following option groups:

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