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Course Description

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This course explores the complex microbial communities that inhabit the human body and their essential roles in maintaining health. The course examines microbiomes across major body sites (gut, skin, oral cavity) and their influence on metabolism, immune function, and pathogen defense. Students investigate how disruptions (dysbiosis) contribute to disease and evaluate microbiome-targeted therapies. This course is valuable for students interested in modern biomedical science, public health, and clinical research, as the microbiome is rapidly transforming how we understand, prevent, and treat disease. By the end of the course, students will be equipped to critically evaluate emerging microbiome research, understand its real-world applications, and apply this knowledge to current challenges in medicine and public health. Emphasis is placed on interpreting scientific literature and translating microbiome discoveries into meaningful health insights and evidence-based decision-making.

Learner Outcomes

When you complete the course successfully, you will be able to:
  • Explain the composition and diversity of the human microbiome across major body sites.
  • Describe key methodologies used in microbiome research, including sequencing (16S rRNA, metagenomics) and bioinformatics tools.
  • Analyze the role of the microbiome in human health, including metabolism, immune development, and pathogen protection
  • Interpret current research on environmental, dietary, genetic, and lifestyle influences on the microbiome
  • Assess and apply microbiome-targeted therapies (e.g., probiotics, diet, FMT) to clinical or public health scenarios

Microcredential(s)

This course counts towards the Biomedical Sciences Endeavor and Immunology: Biomedical Science Specialization Specialization digital badges.

     

Textbook Information

A textbook is available for this course.

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Prerequisites

General knowledge of microbiology is recommended.

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Section Title
The Human Microbiome in Health and Disease
Type
Online Asynchronous
Dates
Oct 21, 2026 to Dec 08, 2026
Total Cost (Includes $100 non-refundable technology fee per course when applicable)
Eligible Discounts Can Be Applied at Checkout (2 Credits) $800.00
Potential Discount(s)
Available for Academic Credit
2 Credit(s)
Instructor(s)
  • Allison Brichacek
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