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MICR 463: Trends in Microbiology

Second Semester - 20 points

Course prescription

Microbiology and Immunology staff are experts in a wide array of topics across their field. This tutorial-based paper explores diverse hot topics that reflect the active research interests of the presenting staff. You will develop in-depth knowledge of current issues, as well as critical analysis skills through the discussion of research literature. The tutorial format will provide you with the opportunity to work in small groups and develop oral presentation skills.

Course overview

		This tutorial-based paper is divided into five modules of two weeks' duration. Generally the tutor will introduce the topic in week 1, with the students (often in small groups) leading the discussion of original research papers in week 2. The topics covered may change from year to year, reflecting topical issues in microbiology. Modules:
		HIV mutation, drug resistance, and function Genome-wide RNAi screening to understand host-virus interactions Principles of bacteriophage structure Statistical applications in research Survival vs growth: a new paradigm for microbes and microbial ecology

Modules 2023

Topics to be added

Lecture course overview

MICR 463 is a tutorial-based paper. The paper consists of five modules, with each module comprised of two tutorials. In the first tutorial an overview of the topic is considered. In the second tutorial the students take the major role, e.g. presentation of papers pertinent to the topic.

Teaching staff

• Professor Jemma Geoghegan (Convenor)
• Dr Daniel Pletzer
• Associate Professor Mihnea Bostina

For more information

View the details of this paper on the University of Otago website

Students are encouraged to contact staff by email to make arrangements for a time to discuss course-related matters.

For more information on this course, please contact Professor Jemma Geoghegan.