MEDICAL SUMMER SCHOOL UNIVERSITY OF ROME TOR VERGATA 28 July – 8 August 2008 College of Lamaro Pozzani Contacts Web site : Director: Prof Viviana Moschese Tel Fax Organization: Marina Tesauro Claudia Fiorani International Relations Office Università degli Studi di Roma Tor Vergata Via Orazio Raimondo 18, Rome Tel /2556 Fax The College: Residenza Universitaria "Lamaro - Pozzani" via Saredo Roma tel. 06/ ; fax 06/

PROGRAM OUTLINE Tor Vergata Medical Summer School for International Students is a two-week intensive program for highly motivated college students who are pursuing a carreer in Medicine. The program introduces you to many aspects of immunology, inflammation and infectious diseases by the following science modules: a)Talking about immunology in children and adults b) Talking about inflammation and infection. Each module is taught by Tor Vergata Medical School Faculty Members and international major experts in the field. Students are exposed to workshops, seminars and lab training to master development of a problem-focused learning model of science education. Clinical and laboratory exposure provides students with a variety of experiences to develop an understanding of translational medicine application. As part of the course, students have the opportunity to live Italian Cultural and Historical Heritage as a unique experience with an exclusive introduction to Italian Monuments and Archeological sites. English is the official language. The course lasts for 60 hours (50 hours lessons + 10 hours of cultural activities). 90% of attendance is mandatory to be awarded with 8 credits (ECTS). ELIGIBILITY Students must have completed 2 years of Medical School and must be in good academic standing. We encourage applications from students of diverse backgrounds to create a pleasant cross-cultural exchange. A letter of recommendation from a University teacher, counsellor or principal -someone who has personal knowledge of your CV, integrity, character or qualities - is required. Italian students are allowed in a limited number. RESIDENTIAL LIFE Residential life is as much a part of the course experience to make lifelong international connections. Students will be housed at Collegio Lamaro-Pozzani (CLP), located in Tuscolana area. Metro stop is at 10 min. distance walk. CLP provides confortable lodging and meals for the entire duration of the Medical Summer School (14 days). REGISTRATION Tor Vergata Medical Summer School application form can be downloaded at the website Admission is offered on a rolling basis. As enrolment is limited, it is critical to submit applications early. Applications will be accepted not later than May 30 and will be confirmed before June 15. FEES The total residential program cost is Euro 1240, including housing and meals. When submitting their inscription, participants will be asked to pay a nonrefundable registration fee of 40 euros to be credited towards the program tuition. DEADLINES Full enrolment fee should be paid by June 20, 2008 at the bank account : Banca di Roma ag. 075 ABI CAB C/C 6670/72 IBAN IT14T SWIFT CODE BROMITR1075