Grundlagen der Immunologie I & II

What it is about

In this module you will receive a systematic introduction to the fundamentals of immunology (Adaptive and Innate Immunity) as well as their relevance for diseases and research. At the end you will be able to explain central concepts, key experiments and methods of immunology and assess their relevance for disease mechanisms and immunological research.

What you will be able to do

• Understand basic mechanisms of the innate and adaptive immune response
• Explain the structure and function of antibodies and T-cell receptors
• Describe mechanisms of antigen presentation and MHC function
• Explain development and function of B and T cells
• Classify cellular components such as dendritic cells, NK, γδ- and NKT-cells as well as ILCs
• Represent immunological memory, cytokines and effector functions of T cells
• Discuss concepts of vaccination, tumor immunology, immune escape and immunodeficiencies
• Explain relationships between self-tolerance and autoimmunity
• Assess the relevance of the immune system for infections and mucosal immunity

What the module consists of

• VorlesungDelivery of the fundamentals and current topics of immunology (contents specified per semester)
• ÜbungenDeepening of the lecture material, assignment work and exam preparation
• Online-TeachingSupport and complement to the presencial lectures through digital materials

Teaching method

• LecturesConveying the professional basics
• Online-TeachingSupplement and flexible accessibility of the teaching content
• ExercisesApplication of what is learned and preparation for the exam