1. Introduction - Rodents vs. humans: differences between mouse and human immunology

2. Immunologically relevant mouse models

3. Genetically humanized mice and variants of immunodeficient models for xenotransplantation

4. Large animal models for study of immune system

5. Small animal models for study of immune system

6. Animal models of study of immune system after parasite infection

After each lecture students will answer the question concerning the lectured topic. Exam will be conducted in the form of journal club. Students will discuss recent literature relavant to the studied topic.