Courses
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 BESC 314: Pathogens, the Environment, and Society - Writing-Intensive. 
( 3 credits, Karen-Beth G. Scholthof ).
A survey of the impact of microorganisms (bacteria, fungi, and viruses) on the development of modern culture and society. This course will emphasize the role pathogens have played in the history of mankind and the influence of the changing environment on emerging diseases. Writing-Intensive.  Syllabus

  PLPA 616: Methods in Molecular Biology of Plant-Microbe Interactions (2 credits Herman B. Scholthof)
The topics of this course focus on the concepts and techniques used in molecular plant pathology to study the interactions between hosts and pathogens. The focus will be on understanding the rationale for implementing certain procedures and the theoretical concepts underlying the methodology.  Syllabus


  PLPA 620: Plant Virology (3 credits, Herman B. Scholthof, Karen-Beth G. Scholthof)
The topics of this course focus on the biology and genetics of plant viruses and sub-viral pathogens. Historical information and recent developments will be discussed in order to provide insight on how viruses cause disease and can be controlled.  Syllabus
 PLPA 689: Special Topics in Virology: Viral Vectors and Gene Therapy
(3 credits, Herman B. Scholthof)
Viruses are proving to be exceptional vehicles for the expression of recombinant protein. This course will describe several viral vector systems, their development and uses as research tools and for gene therapy.  Syllabus