3 ECTS credits
80 h study time
Offer 1 with catalog number 1017474BNR for all students in the 2nd semester at a (B) Bachelor - advanced level.
During this course we will (1) highlight the differences between natural, humoral and cellular immunity, (2) elaborate on the structure (global and fine structure) and function of antibodies, (3) highlight the origin of T and B cells and explain the regulating function of T(helper) cells during antibody production, (4) give an overview of the CD4+ and CD8+ T-cell effector functions (delayed type hypersensitivity, cytotoxicity), (5) elaborate on the structure and function of transplantation antigens (MHC-I, MHC-II), (6) deal with aspects of CD4+ and CD8+ T-cell activation by antigen-presenting cells, (7) highlight the genetic basis of immunological diversity, (8) provide a brief overview of the immunological ‘anatomy’ (lymph, blood, primary and secondary lymphoid organs)
An important aspect of the course is the fact that fundamental immunological and cellular concepts are taught via an experimental approach, followed by a theoretical deepening of the concept.
The Powerpoint presentations will be made available to the students on the learning platform. During the course, additional information (experimental approach, etc) will be given via drawings on the blackboard, whereby an active interaction with the students is sought after.
- The students acquired sufficient knowledge in the basic immunological principles to read and interpret a vulgarizing article (level Scientific American) in every immunological domain (both fundamental and applied immunology)
- The students are able to reason on and formulate solutions for basic immunological problems
The final grade is composed based on the following categories:
Oral Exam determines 100% of the final mark.
Within the Oral Exam category, the following assignments need to be completed:
Oral exam.
Examples of possible questions are:
- Not every antigen is an immunogen. Prove this statement experimentally
- Vaccination with an avirulent strain of virus A protects against infections with the virulent strain A.
(i) is protection an immunological phenomenon?
(ii) which type of immunity do you expect to be involved in the protection?
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This offer is part of the following study plans:
Bachelor of Biology: Default track (only offered in Dutch)
Bachelor of Bioengineering Sciences: Profile Cell and Gene Biotechnology (only offered in Dutch)
Bachelor of Bioengineering Sciences: Profile Chemistry and Bioprocess Technology (only offered in Dutch)
Bachelor of Bioengineering Sciences: Initial track (only offered in Dutch)
Bridging Programme Master of Science in Biology: Standaard (53 SP) (only offered in Dutch)
Bridging Programme Master of Science in Biology: Standaard (ad hoc) (only offered in Dutch)