Explore the fascinating world of immunology in this comprehensive video series. Gain a thorough understanding of the immune system, including pathogen invasion, wound healing, allergies, autoimmune disorders, and vaccine mechanisms. Delve into topics such as immune cell types and functions, lymphatic system structure, signal transduction, cytokines, and chemokines. Examine both innate and adaptive immunity, covering barrier surfaces, complement system pathways, inflammatory responses, pattern recognition receptors, and various immune cell types like macrophages, dendritic cells, neutrophils, and natural killer cells. Learn about the intricate processes that protect your body from harmful invaders and maintain overall health.
Overview
Syllabus
Introduction to Immunology
Types of Immune Cells Part 1: Immune Cell Function
Types of Immune Cells Part 2: Myeloid and Lymphoid Lineages
Structure and Immune Function of the Lymphatic System
Signal Transduction in Immune Cells: Receptor-Ligand Interactions
Types of Immune Cell Receptors
Cytokines and Chemokines
Introduction to Innate Immunity
Barrier Surfaces of the Innate Immune System
The Complement System: Classical, Lectin, and Alternative Pathways
The Inflammatory Response
Pattern Recognition Receptors
The Inflammasome
Macrophages: The Destroyers
Dendritic Cells: The Regulators
Neutrophils: First Line of Defense
Mast Cells: Strategic Granulocytes
Basophils and Eosinophils
Natural Killer Cells: The Tumor Killers
Innate Lymphoid Cells
Introduction to Adaptive Immunity
Taught by
Professor Dave Explains
