Activity Overview

The creation of the Rheum4Science program grew out of the conviction that teaching science is important for rheumatologists in training and that adult learners benefit from a variety of resources and formats. Rheum4Science interactive modules teach the underlying immunology and clinical research methodology necessary for the knowledgeable practice of rheumatology.

In this activity, learn about the innate immunity response, including its essential feature, triggers, elements, and how innate immunity is linked with adaptive immunity.                                                                                                      

Rheum4Science Series

This activity is part of a series. See the other activities in the series below.

Rheum4Science – Immunology

• Rheum4Science: Overview of Innate Immunity
• Rheum4Science: Toll-Like Receptors
• Rheum4Science: The NLRP3 Inflammasome
• Rheum4Science: Complement Pathways
• Rheum4Science: Fundamental Principles of B Cell Immunobiology
• Rheum4Science: T Cells - What Every Rheumatologist Needs to Know
• Rheum4Science: Neutrophils

Rheum4Science – Immunopathogenesis of Rheumatic Disease

• Rheum4Science: Pathogenesis of Rheumatoid Arthritis

Rheum4Science – Clinical Research Methodology

• Rheum4Science: Data & Distribution
• Rheum4Science: Cohort Studies
• Rheum4Science: Randomized Controlled Trials 

Registration is complimentary.

Target Audience

Rheumatology fellows in training. This activity may also be of interest to medical students, residents, practicing rheumatologists, and other rheumatology health care providers interested in strengthening their understanding of basic scientific principles and clinical research methodology relevant to the field of rheumatology. 

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to:

• Define the purpose and core features of the innate immune response
• Recognize major components of the innate immune system and define their functions
• Identify important receptors of the innate immune system and recognize how innate immunity is triggered in response to infection or danger
• Differentiate innate and adaptive immune responses and describe the connection between innate and adaptive immunity

CE & MOC Information

This activity is not eligible for CME/MOC.

Acknowledgement of Commercial Support

No commercial support was provided for this activity.

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