Immune System Basics: Natural & B-Cell Defense
This course is part of Fundamentals of Immunology.
This course cannot be purchased separately - to access the complete learning experience, graded assignments, and earn certificates, you'll need to enroll in the full Fundamentals of Immunology Specialization program. You can audit this specific course for free to explore the content, which includes access to course materials and lectures. This allows you to learn at your own pace without any financial commitment.
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What you'll learn
Distinguish between adaptive and innate immune systems
Understand pathogen recognition and immune responses
Master antibody structure and immunoglobulin functions
Analyze B-cell development and maturation
Explore inflammation mechanisms and immune cell interactions
Comprehend gene rearrangement in antibody production
Skills you'll gain
This course includes:
7.8 Hours PreRecorded video
56 quizzes, 6 assignments
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There are 7 modules in this course
This comprehensive immunology course explores the fundamental mechanisms of the immune system, focusing on innate immunity and B-cell function. Through detailed lectures and interactive assessments, students learn about pathogen recognition, inflammation, antibody structure and function, and B-cell development. The course combines theoretical knowledge with practical applications, using metaphors and models to enhance understanding of complex immunological concepts.
Introducing the Metaphors
Module 1 · 6 Hours to complete
Surveying the Cells and Organs of the Immune System
Module 2 · 1 Hours to complete
Innate Immunity
Module 3 · 4 Hours to complete
Antigens and Antibodies
Module 4 · 1 Hours to complete
Immunoglobulin Genes
Module 5 · 5 Hours to complete
Development of B Cells
Module 6 · 8 Hours to complete
Final
Module 7 · 6 Hours to complete
Fee Structure
Individual course purchase is not available - to enroll in this course with a certificate, you need to purchase the complete Professional Certificate Course. For enrollment and detailed fee structure, visit the following: Fundamentals of Immunology
Instructor
Expert in Immunology and Cell Biology
Dr. Alma Moon Novotny is a lecturer in Biochemistry and Cell Biology at Rice University, where she has been teaching since 2000. She earned her Ph.D. in Developmental Biology from Purdue University under the guidance of Michael Forman. With over forty years of experience in academia, Dr. Novotny specializes in plant and animal sciences, genetics, and introductory, cell, and developmental biology. She has also contributed to standardized testing by writing question banks for the MCAT and GRE Advanced Exam in Biochemistry, Cell, and Molecular Biology.At Rice University, Dr. Novotny teaches several courses in immunology, including the "Fundamentals of Immunology" series, which covers topics such as innate immunity, inflammation, and the immune response to pathogens and cancer. She is a three-time recipient of the George R. Brown Award for Superior Teaching, reflecting her commitment to educational excellence. Her courses are designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the immune system's functions and its implications for health and disease management
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