It is preferable to have followed the course of Bases of general Microbiology
During the course some interim tests (with open questions and/or multiple answers) will be performed. Oral final exam
Students will learn the basic knowledge of general microbiology (bacteriology, virology), Immunology (innate and adaptive immunity), along with the basic concepts of genetics and replication of microorganisms and mechanisms control of microbial growth. The students will also learn in-depth the main mechanisms of microbial pathogenicity
Diversity of microorganisms Cell membrane of prokaryotes, structure and function The bacterial cell wall The flagella and motility The spore Microbial growth. Genes and gene expression. Mutations Recombination and gene transfer in bacteria. Molecular systematics and evolution The antibacterial drugs General characteristics of viruses The viral genome Viroids and prions The microbiome Bacterial toxins and virulence factors Antigens, T cells and cellular immunity Antibodies and Immunity Autoimmunity and allergies, superantigens The innate immune response The adaptive immune response The major histocompatibility complex The antibodies T cell receptors Cytokines and chemokines
Brock, Biologia dei Microrganismi Autori: MT Madigan, JM Martinko, J Parker Casa editrice ambrosiana
Biologia dei Microrganismi Autori: Gianni Dehò e Enrica Galli Casa editrice ambrosiana
The course will be taught by frontal lessons and different hours (up to 1 credit) of practical training of the principal microbiological techniques
1) Readiness to offer individual assistance also in english language to incoming students 2) Availability of supporting material and bibliographic references also in english language 3) Readiness to accept examination of incoming students also in english language
