11 Questions
What was the main observation that led to the development of immunology as a discipline?
Individuals who recovered from certain infectious diseases were thereafter protected from the disease.
What is the meaning of the Latin word 'immunis', from which the term 'immunity' is derived?
To exempt
How long does it typically take to develop and administer a vaccine?
A decade
Who is the historian mentioned in the text who made observations related to the concept of immunity?
Cutesius Thucydides
What is the role of the immune system, according to the text?
It plays a role in all diseases caused by intrinsic problems in the body.
What is the significance of the COVID-19 pandemic mentioned in the text?
It demonstrated the ability to develop vaccines quickly due to advances in science.
What is the main focus of Professor Himanshu Kumar's work?
Infectious diseases with a focus on RNA viruses
What is the name of the course that Professor Himanshu Kumar is going to talk about?
Host-Pathogen Interaction and Immunology
What topics will be covered in the first part of the course?
Basic immunology, including natural and adaptive immunity
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a focus of Professor Himanshu Kumar's work?
DNA viruses
What is the main subject that Professor Himanshu Kumar teaches?
Immunology
Learn about infectious diseases, RNA and DNA viruses, immunology, viral immunology, and antiviral mechanisms in the human body. This course covers various aspects of antiviral mechanisms and how our body fights against viral infections.
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