Course Description
Presentation and discussion of published research and new developments in bacterial pathogenesis. Students will sign up to present a published article relevant in bacterial pathogenesis. This course is one component of the Department of Infectious Diseases required journal club series.
Athena Title
Special Topics Bacterial Patho
Non-Traditional Format
Student will choose at least one published article from the literature and discuss it with the group.
Semester Course Offered
Offered spring
Grading System
A - F (Traditional)
Course Objectives
The course is designed to maintain current knowledge and understanding of the bacterial pathogenesis literature. The weekly discussion of relevant articles in bacterial pathogenesis will provide the students with the necessary tools to evaluate research published by others. Every aspect of the chosen article for the week will be discussed by students and faculty present. In this way, the student will gain experience in data analysis and research methods. Grades will be based upon attendance, participation, and a presentation.
Topical Outline
The topics will be current bacterial pathogenesis.