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Oral Microbiology – DENT 5300QQ

This course will provide knowledge of common human oral pathogenic and commensal flora. Using examples of S. mutans, P. gingivalis, A. actinomycetemcomitans, and other significant oral pathogens, students will learn in detail about the life cycle of these organisms inside the mouth, their biochemistry, genetics, and strategies for manipulating and circumventing the host immune response. The nature and course of the diseases associated with each of these bacteria will be presented in detail, including animal models and vaccination strategies. The course will also cover basic medical microbiology, virology, and mycology.

This is a Rutgers School of Dental Medicine course open to graduate students in the Rutgers School of Graduate Studies - Newark Health Science Campus. Click here for the spring 2024 syllabus.

 

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