MPhil Critical Care
Course Overview
This course delves into the molecular mechanisms of critical illness, focusing on the body's transition from an adaptive to a maladaptive host response following infection or injury. Students will explore the interplay between coagulation, inflammation, and immunity to identify biomarkers for improved diagnosis and develop targeted therapeutics for life-threatening conditions.
Key Program Highlights
- Examine the complex interplay between coagulation, inflammation, and innate immunity in critical illness
- Learn to identify molecular biomarkers that signal the transition to a maladaptive and damaging host response
- Explore the role of haemostatic dysfunction and toxicity from cellular breakdown products like histones
- Gain insights into the translational pipeline from basic research to the development of novel diagnostic tools
- Focus on the creation of innovative, biomarker-targeted therapeutics for patients in critical care
Course Overview
This course delves into the molecular mechanisms of critical illness, focusing on the body's transition from an adaptive to a maladaptive host response following infection or injury. Students will explore the interplay between coagulation, inflammation, and immunity to identify biomarkers for improved diagnosis and develop targeted therapeutics for life-threatening conditions.
Key Program Highlights
- Examine the complex interplay between coagulation, inflammation, and innate immunity in critical illness
- Learn to identify molecular biomarkers that signal the transition to a maladaptive and damaging host response
- Explore the role of haemostatic dysfunction and toxicity from cellular breakdown products like histones
- Gain insights into the translational pipeline from basic research to the development of novel diagnostic tools
- Focus on the creation of innovative, biomarker-targeted therapeutics for patients in critical care
