MSBS in Medical Microbiology & Immunology

FIRST TERM9 credits
Introduction to Biomedical Research 10
Current Problems and Research Approaches (CPRA) in:
BMSP 6330Current Problems and Research Approaches in Proteins2
BMSP 6340Curr Prob Res App Genes/Genom2
BMSP 6360Current Problems and Research Approaches in Cell Membranes2
BMSP 6380Methods in Biomedical Sciences2
BMSP 6390Mentored Research1
SECOND TERM9 credits
BMSP 6350Cell Biology & Signaling3
BMSP 6470System Pathophysiology4
MMIM 6030Current Topics in MMI1
BMSP 6390Mentored Research1
All students must pass MMIM '100 Question Exam' by June 30th of their 1st year.
THIRD TERM6 credits
BMSP 7320Statistical Methods I3
INDI 6020On Being a Scientist1
MMIM 6890Research in MMI2
All MSBS students must pass Qualifying Exam by the end of summer semester (August) of their 1st year.
FOURTH TERM9 credits
MMIM 6030Current Topics in MMI1
MMIM 6020Advanced Immunology (optional)1
MMIM 6990Thesis Research in MMI7-8
FIFTH TERM9 credits
MMIM 6030Current Topics in MMI1
MMIM 6040Advanced Microbiology (optional)1
MMIM 6990Thesis Research in MMI7-8
SIXTH TERM6 credits
MMIM 6990Thesis Research in MMI6
SEVENTH TERM (if necessary)
MMIM 6990Thesis Research in MMI1-9
EIGHTH TERM (if necessary)
MMIM 6990Thesis Research in MMI1-9

1 Required.

The minimum number of credits required for MSBS is 40, with a minimum of 21 credits of didactic coursework (letter grade), and a minimum of 10 credits of thesis research. The rest of the credits are approved electives and research in the Medical Microbiology and Immunology track.

FIRST TERM9 credits
Introduction to Biomedical Research 10
Current Problems and Research Approaches (CPRA) in:
BMSP 6330Current Problems and Research Approaches in Proteins2
BMSP 6340Curr Prob Res App Genes/Genom2
BMSP 6360Current Problems and Research Approaches in Cell Membranes2
BMSP 6380Methods in Biomedical Sciences2
BMSP 6390Mentored Research1
SECOND TERM9 credits
BMSP 6350Cell Biology & Signaling3
BMSP 6470System Pathophysiology4
MMIM 6030Current Topics in MMI1
BMSP 6390Mentored Research1
All students must pass MMIM '100 Question Exam' by June 30th of their 1st year.
THIRD TERM6 credits
BMSP 7320Statistical Methods I3
INDI 6020On Being a Scientist1
MMIM 6890Research in MMI2
All MSBS students must pass Qualifying Exam by the end of summer semester (August) of their 1st year.
FOURTH TERM9 credits
MMIM 6030Current Topics in MMI1
MMIM 6020Advanced Immunology (optional)1
MMIM 6990Thesis Research in MMI7-8
FIFTH TERM9 credits
MMIM 6030Current Topics in MMI1
MMIM 6040Advanced Microbiology (optional)1
MMIM 6990Thesis Research in MMI7-8
SIXTH TERM6 credits
MMIM 6990Thesis Research in MMI6
SEVENTH TERM (if necessary)
MMIM 6990Thesis Research in MMI1-9
EIGHTH TERM (if necessary)
MMIM 6990Thesis Research in MMI1-9

1 Required.

The minimum number of credits required for MSBS is 40, with a minimum of 21 credits of didactic coursework (letter grade), and a minimum of 10 credits of thesis research. The rest of the credits are approved electives and research in the Medical Microbiology and Immunology track.

  • PLO 1. FY1. Identify and summarize the structure and function of cells, tissues, and organs
  • PLO 2. FY2. Describe the molecular, biochemical, and cellular mechanisms that maintain the normal function, development, and plasticity of cells, tissues, and organs
  • PLO 3. FY3. Summarize basic disease causes and processes that affect the structure and function of cells, tissues, and organs
  • PLO 4. FY4. Assess and critically analyze relevant basic science and clinical literature.
  • PLO 5. FY5. Design and conduct applicable biomedical sciences experiments
  • PLO 6. FY6. Organize, interpret and summarize results of applicable biomedical sciences experiments.
  • PLO 7. FY7. Demonstrate ethical and responsible conduct in research and all other scholarly activities consistent with the University of Toledo, Health Science Campus, Standards of Conduct
  • PLO 8. K1 Knowledge of the microorganisms (bacteria, viruses, fungi, parasites, and other agents) that cause disease in humans and animals or are related to these agents.
  • PLO 9. K2 Knowledge of molecular, biochemical, and cellular mechanisms that are important in maintaining the body’s innate and adaptive immune systems.
  • PLO 10. K3 Knowledge of pathogenic mechanisms of graft rejection and graft-versus-host disease.
  • PLO 11. K4 Knowledge of the pathophysiology of prominent infectious and immune-based diseases.
  • PLO 12. K5 Knowledge of basic bioinformatic and statistical methods used in the design and interpretation of research projects.
  • PLO 13. K6 Knowledge of the principles and legal responsibilities that govern responsible conduct of research, the ethical care and use of animal models in research, and the accurate reporting of the results.
  • PLO 14. S1 The ability to perform laboratory procedures necessary for the completion of the student’s dissertation (Ph.D.) or thesis (M.S.) research project(s).
  • PLO 15. S2 The ability to design and complete an independent research project.
  • PLO 16. S3 The ability to perform research productively as an individual or member of a research team.
  • PLO 17. S4 The ability to communicate research findings effectively, both orally and in writing.
  • PLO 18. S5 The ability to retrieve (from electronic databases and other sources), manage, and utilize biomedical information for solving problems that are relevant to the appropriate completion of a research project, and accurate reporting of the results.
  • PLO 19. P1 Ethical, responsible and reliable behavior in all aspects of their professional lives.
  • PLO 20. P2 Honesty and integrity in all interactions with colleagues, research subjects, and others with whom students may interact in their professional lives.
  • PLO 21. P3 Professionalism in dress and grooming in compliance with health and safety rules applicable to the research laboratories and to other institutional and public sites.
  • PLO 22. P4 Respect for all laws and regulations governing the biomedical research use of animals and patient materials, and for all patient privacy issues.