Neuroimmune interactions in health and disease
IMMUN 305QC
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Description
Bidirectional communication between the nervous system and the immune system plays a significant role in homeostasis and disease. Neurons and immune cells crosstalk within the central nervous system and in peripheral tissues, mediating homeostasis, barrier protection, and host defense. This course will investigate current topics in neuro-immunology such as: Neuron-glia interactions, CNS development, microglia, brain border tissues, pain, neurodegeneration, cytokines and behavior, autoimmunity, and host defense. Dysregulation in neuroimmune communication underlies both neurological and immunological diseases. Guest lecturers will give seminars on each topic in neuroimmunology, followed by class discussion on papers in the field.
Course Notes
Each class will cover a specific topic in neuro-immunology. Students should be prepared to lead discussions on pre-selected papers for each session.
Available for Harvard Cross Registration
