This course is designed for students to become familiar with various groups of viral, bacterial, parasitic and fungal pathogens pathogens, including neglected tropical diseases. The course will prepare students for more advanced courses on each of these pathogens and the diseases caused by them and to critically evaluate research on these topics, as part of their training to eventually conduct health-related research with disadvantaged communities. Includes readings and discussions about issues on determinants of disease, including poverty and climate change.