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By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Explain the existence and nature of viruses
  • Describe the impact of viruses to our well being
  • Explain the infectious cycle of viruses
  • Outline the seven virus genome types
  • Distinguish between the seven virus genome types
  • Describe the diverse structure of viral DNA or RNA genomes
  • Explain the process by which viruses attach and enter into living cells
  • Describe the process by which viruses replicate
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I gained a solid understanding of their structure, replication, and interaction with host cells. The course covered key concepts in viral pathogenesis and the principles of antiviral strategies, which was both informative and relevant.
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