Curriculum
| AMC 500 | Biochemistry: Protein Dynamics, Membranes and Cellular Energetics | ||
| Credits: 4 Course Director: Dr. Katherine Herrick-Davis |
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| This course will provide the foundation of modern biochemistry on proteins dynamics, enzymology, membrane biochemistry and cellular energetics required for topical areas in biochemistry presented in the Spring. A particular focus will be the state-of-the-art of biochemistry that has arisen from the techniques of molecular biology. Topical areas to be covered are protein folding, protein-protein interaction, drug-receptor interactions, allosterism, protein turnover, membrane assembly, and metabolic flux as related to bioenergetics. Co-taught with the State University of New York at Albany, School of Public Health. (Fall Semester only) |
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| AMC 502 | Research Colloquium in the Biomedical Sciences | ||
| Credits: 1 Course Director: Dr. Mark Fleck |
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| This literature-based colloquium will introduce students to the current research in the biomedical sciences with an emphasis on the interdisciplinary research programs at AMC. This course will lay the foundation for topical areas found in Spring Flagship Courses: IMD 608 and IMD 609. This course is co-taught with the State University of New York at Albany, School of Public Health. (Fall Semester only) |
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| AMC 505 | Molecular Cell Biology : Molecular Genetics, Information Flow & Transmembrane - Signaling | ||
| Credits: 4 Course Director: Dr. Susan LaFlamme |
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| A foundation in molecular cell biology will be provided with an emphasis on model genetic systems, transcription, protein synthesis, structural cell biology and cellular signaling. This course will lay the foundation for topical areas found in Spring Flagship Courses: IMD 608 and IMD 609. This course is co-taught with the State University of New York at Albany, School of Public Health. (Fall Semester only) |
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| AMC 507 | Introduction to Scientific Integrity | ||
| Credits: 0 Course Director: Dr. John Kaplan |
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| Students attend a total of 3 classes (2 hours each) and participate in discussions. Short readings will be assigned. Sessions will address current issues in scientific integrity, ethical principles and theory, introduction to ethics case analysis, and an ethical skills workshop. At the end of this course students will have a basic appreciation of ethical principles in relation to standards of professional conduct in science. Students will also develop their confidence in their ability to analyze and discuss ethical and professional standards as they apply to specific aspects of scientific research. Required for AMC612/613. (Fall Semester only) |
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| AMC 607 | Reactive Oxygen Species & Nitric Oxide in Physiology & Pathophysiology | ||
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Credits: 2 | |||
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This course will cover the role of oxidant-mediated injury in human pathology using didactic instruction and review of published research papers. Basic mechanisms of injury caused by reactive oxygen- and reactive nitrogen-species will be covered as well as antioxidant mechanisms of protection. In addition, current literature will be reviewed and critically evaluated for evidence supporting a role for oxidant-mediated pathogenesis in various disease states such as cancer, brain disorders, atherosclerosis, immune system dysfunction, diabetes, cataracts, and disorders of metal metabolisms. Student evaluation will be based on class participation, class presentations and exams. | |||
| AMC 612/613 | Discussions in Scientific Integrity | ||
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Credits: 1 | |||
| This course will utilize a case study based discussion format to provide a vehicle for students to learn and reflect upon the responsible conduct of research. Topics to be covered include an overview of ethical theory, conducting research, reporting research, peer review, handling research materials and information, mentoring and laboratory supervision, misconduct in research, conflict of interest, human subjects and clinical research, animals in research and genetic research. This course will also familiarize students with both internal and national policies regulating research conduct. (This program fulfills the NIH requisite for predoctoral students and postdoctoral fellows on National Research Service Award Training Grants.) Instructors: This course is team-led by a basic scientist and ethicist. It utilizes the text, "Teaching the Responsible Conduct of Research Through a Case Study Approach", prepared by the American Association of Medical Colleges. Prerequisite: AMC 507 (Offered both semesters) | |||
| HBMS 500 B | Advanced Molecular Genetics | ||
| Credits: 3 Course Director: Dr. Conklin | |||
| A graduate level course that will use the current literature to discuss the Molecular Biology and Genetics of several cellular processes. Topics to be covered include transcriptional and translational regulation, DNA replication, recombination, transposition, cell cycle and cancer. In addition, students will be introduced to the genetics of developmental biology. Can be an elective. (Spring Semester only) | |||
| IMD 501 | Research | ||
| Credits: Variable (Maximum 15 credits per semester) Course Director: Student's Mentor | |||
| Thesis laboratory work. Students must register for thesis research every semester following the first year. (Required all semesters) | |||
| IMD 502 A | Research Colloquium | ||
| Credits: 1 (first year only; P/F subsequent years) Course Director: Dr. Carlos de Noronha |
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| Student research symposium in which all CIMD students present their own research or critically evaluate a journal article of broad scientific interest. Required attendance and participation throughout each student's tenure. More than three unexcused absences will result in a Fail grade. However, only one credit will count towards each student's total didactic credits. Presenters: CIMD faculty, postdoctoral fellows and graduate students (Required all semesters) |
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| IMD 504 A, B,C | Research Techniques in Biomedical Science (Lab Rotations) | ||
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Credits: 1 |
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| This course consists of research rotations to be completed during the first year of study. Master Students are required to complete two rotations. Ph.D. Students are required to complete three rotations. All rotations are to be completed prior to mentor selection. Instructors: Rotation mentor (First year only) |
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| IMD 602 | Cellular & Molecular Immunology | ||
| Credits: 3 Course Directors: Dr. Gary Winslow, Dr. Timothy Sellati | |||
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An advanced graduate level course that focuses on the cellular and molecular basis of the immune response. The general format will include lectures and the presentation of key papers for class discussion. Prerequisite: IMD 608 | |||
| IMD 608 | Immunology | ||
| Credits: 3 Course Director: Dr. James Drake | |||
| This course provides an introductory overview of immunology. Student evaluations will be based on exams and student presentations. (Offered every year) | |||
| IMD 609 | Microbial Disease | ||
| Credits: 4 Course Directors: Dr. Lisa Petti, Dr. Jing-Ren Zhang | |||
| This course provides an introductory overview of microbial disease. Student evaluations will be based on exams. (Offered every year) | |||
| IMD 611 | Advanced Molecular Virology: Biodefense, Emerging and Re-emerging Infections | ||
| Credits: 3 Course Directors: Dr. Carlos de Noronha, Dr. Karen Duus | |||
| This course will have a literature-based lecture/discussion format of diverse research investigations within the field of molecular virology. Topics of inquiry will include viral pathogenesis, evolution, immune evasion, transmission, and oncogenesis. The course objectives include developing proficiency in i) evaluating and reviewing molecular virology literature; ii) employing the scientific literature to follow a line of investigation; iii) developing hypotheses and working models with which to test hypotheses; and iv) designing experiments to test hypotheses. Lecturers will guide the students through the process of analyzing primary research papers centered on a specific molecular virology question, and then moderate discussions on how to develop hypotheses and design experiments to continue the line of research. During the course of the semester, the students will write and present a review article and a short research proposal on a specific molecular virological topic of their choice. Exams will focus on experimental design and data analysis. Exams and the two papers/presentations will each be one-third of the course grade. Students will receive a letter grade for the course. Prerequisite: IMD 609 or consent of the Course Directors. (Fall Semester only) | |||
| IMD 616 | Techniques in Molecular Biology | ||
| Credits: 0 Course Director: Dr. J. Andres Melendez |
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| Seminar presentations on current, state-of-the-art molecular biology techniques given by selected faculty. Topics range from the diagnostic use of PCR, to the use of site-directed mutagenesis protein structure/function relationships. (Offered every other year) |
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| IMD 620 | Special Topics in CIMD | ||
| Credits: 1 Course Director: Dr. Mario Canki |
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| This course will address selected topics in Immunology and Microbial Disease using current and historical research at the discretion of CIMD Students and Faculty. Students are encouraged to solicit faculty to offer courses addressing issues of special interest to them. (Offered both semesters) |
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| No Course # | Monday Seminar | ||
| Credits: 0 (P/F) Course Director: Dr. Dennis W. Metzger |
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| Guest Speakers (locally and nationally known) present relevant material during this weekly seminar and hold a question and answer session at the end. Attendance is required for all students. More than three unexcused absences will result in a Fail grade. (Required all semesters) |
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| No Course # | Journal Club | ||
| Credits: 0 (P/F) Course Director: Dr. Carlos de Noronha |
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| Students may choice either Immunology Journal Club or Molecular Cell Biology Journal Club. These clubs meet once per week and discuss scientific articles of interest with the group. Students and Faculty participate and lead the group in discussion. Attendance is required for all students. (Required all semesters) |
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28 Didactic Credits are required for Ph.D. Degree
50 Research Credits are required for Ph.D. Degree
18 Didactic Credits are required for M.S. Degree
20 Research Credits are required for M.S. Degree
30 hours of Research = 1 Research credit
Students are limited to 15 Research credits per semester
