551-0318-00L Immunology II
| Semester | Spring Semester 2021 |
| Lecturers | A. Oxenius, M. Kopf, S. R. Leibundgut, E. Slack, further lecturers |
| Periodicity | yearly recurring course |
| Language of instruction | English |
Courses
| Number | Title | Hours | Lecturers | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 551-0318-00 V | Immunology II | 2 hrs |
| A. Oxenius, M. Kopf, S. R. Leibundgut, E. Slack, further lecturers |
Catalogue data
| Abstract | Introduction into the cellular and molecular basis of the immune system and immune responses against diverse pathogens, tumors, transplants, and self (autoimmunity) |
| Learning objective | The lectures will provide a detailed understanding: - how innate and adaptive immune responses interact at the cellular and molecular level. - how the immune system recognizes and fights against pathogenic microorganisms including viruses, bacteria, and parasites. - why lymphocytes tolerate self molecules. - about function and dysfunction the intestinal immune system. - immunopathology and inflammatory diseases. |
| Content | The aim of lecture is to understand: > How pathogens are recognized by the innate immune system > Immune defense against various pathogens > Immunology of the skin, lung and intestines > Tumor immunology > Migration and homing of immune cells > tolerance and autoimmunity > T cell memory |
| Lecture notes | Presentations of the lecturers are available at the Moodle link |
| Literature | Recommended: Kuby Immunology (Freeman) |
Performance assessment
| Performance assessment information (valid until the course unit is held again) | |
Performance assessment as a two-semester course together with 551-0317-00L Immunology I | |
| For programme regulations | Bachelor's Degree Programme in Biology 2013; Version 10.03.2020 Bachelor's Degree Programme in Biology 2020; Version 07.04.2022 Master's Degree Programme in Biology 2017; Version 13.10.2022 |
| ECTS credits | 6 credits |
| Examiners | A. Oxenius, M. Kopf, S. R. Leibundgut, E. Slack |
| Type | session examination |
| Language of examination | English |
| Repetition | The performance assessment is offered every session. Repetition possible without re-enrolling for the course unit. |
| Mode of examination | written 120 minutes |
| Additional information on mode of examination | Immunology II wird i.d.R. nicht einzeln, sondern nur in Kombination mit Immunology I geprüft. Ausnahmefällen wären z.B. Mobilitätsstudenten, die nur 1 Semester an der ETH sind. Prüfungssprache: Deutsch oder Englisch "Die Prüfung kann am Computer stattfinden" |
| Written aids | Keine. |
| Digital exam | The exam takes place on devices provided by ETH Zurich. |
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Performance assessment as a semester course
(other programmes)
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| ECTS credits | 3 credits |
| Examiners | A. Oxenius, M. Kopf, S. R. Leibundgut, E. Slack |
| Type | session examination |
| Language of examination | English |
| Repetition | The performance assessment is offered every session. Repetition possible without re-enrolling for the course unit. |
| Mode of examination | written 60 minutes |
| Additional information on mode of examination | Immunology II wird i.d.R. nicht einzeln, sondern nur in Kombination mit Immunology I geprüft. Ausnahmefällen wären z.B. Mobilitätsstudenten, die nur 1 Semester an der ETH sind. Prüfungssprache: Deutsch oder Englisch "Die Prüfung kann am Computer stattfinden" |
| Written aids | Keine. |
| Digital exam | The exam takes place on devices provided by ETH Zurich. |
| This information can be updated until the beginning of the semester; information on the examination timetable is binding. | |
Learning materials
| No public learning materials available. | |
| Only public learning materials are listed. |
Groups
| No information on groups available. |
Restrictions
| There are no additional restrictions for the registration. |
