Invasion! Infection and Immunity

Dendritic cell and T-lymphocytes, illustration

Invasion! Infection & Immunity

Immunology is the study of the immune system, the complex system of structures and processes that has evolved to protect us from disease, and is a key part of medical and biological science. Immunology looks at our body’s defences against disease, and what happens when those systems are disrupted.

Students will explore core concepts in the field of Immunology in this interactive workshop.

Discover how we can treat cancer using immunotherapy, and how antibiotics become resistant; put your knowledge to the test in our quiz, and meet an immunologist.

This workshops includes an immunologist from our laboratory. It is only available for bookings on-site at the Blizard Institute in Whitechapel.

Recommended for:

Ages – 14 to 18 Year Old’s
Key Stage – KS4, KS5
School Group – Year 10, Year 13

Key Learning Points:

Antibiotics and resistance
Monoclonal antibodies in cancer immunotherapies
Vaccination and herd immunity
Knowledge quiz
Meet an immunologist

Delivery

Available to book in our Neuron Pod

Neuron Pod

Duration – 60 minutes
Maximum group size – 35 people (Inc. adults)

Accessibility Guidance:

This show contains the following materials and stimuli.

Buzzers (not overly loud)
Blindfold used in one activity (not compulsory)
Putting hands in a box of small balls for two activities – these boxes do make noise when shaken or interacted with
One activity involves talking to a scientist