Overview
This course explores the impact of microbiome disruption on infection control, focusing on diseases like C. difficile infection and multidrug-resistant organisms. By the end of the course, learners will understand the role of the microbiome in disease epidemiology and potential interventions. The course covers topics such as microbiome management, biofilms, antibiotic resistance, and the future of the microbiome. The teaching method involves lectures by experts in the field. This course is designed for healthcare epidemiologists and professionals interested in infection control.
Syllabus
Introduction
Microbiome
Metagenomics
Managing the microbiome
Microbiome disruption
Biofilms
Antibiotic disruption index
Fecal transplantation
Microbiome diversity
Antibiotic resistance
Future of the microbiome
Taught by
American Society for Microbiology