BIO-688 Virology (3)

This course explores the infectious mechanisms that viruses such as retroviruses, coronaviruses, filoviruses, and orthomyxoviruses use to invade host cells, replicate, and cause severe diseases. Students also learn about how certain viruses are utilized in gene therapy. Additionally, the course covers widespread chronic virus infections in humans, such as those caused by herpesviruses, and their significance. While the primary focus is on human viruses, selected zoonotic and animal viruses are also discussed due to their impact on human health. Students understand and analyze viral behaviors, contributing to a broader understanding of modern viral infectious diseases and their implications on human and animal health. Crosslist: BIO-488.