(GSSDN 5002) FUNDAMENTALS OF CELL BIOLOGY (II). This 3-credit hour course will focus on the biology and physiology of the cell and is organized around the central theme of homeostasis – how the cell meets changing demands while maintaining the internal constancy necessary for all cells and organs to function. It is a course for both the basic scientist who seeks general principles about cellular function, and students preparing for health-related careers who wish to apply knowledge of the mechanisms of normal cellular function to the understanding of cellular dysfunction in human disease.

(MBIO 5113) FUNDAMENTALS OF SYSTEMS PHYSIOLOGY (III). This course will focus on physiological systems of the human body, namely, the cardio-renal system and endocrinology. The course will be in the form of didactic lectures. Students will be evaluated on their performance on two examinations. At first the student will firstly be introduced to basic physiological aspects of the cardiovascular system and how it interacts with the kidney. In addition, there will be integrated lectures on diseases that may affect the heart and pharmacological treatments for these disorders. In the Endocrinology section, the student will be introduced to the actions of various hormones, which affect macro- and micronutrient metabolism. These series of lectures will provide the student with a clear understanding of three complex physiological systems. In order to consolidate understanding of these systems, lectures will be supplemented with appropriate literature outside of texts.

(MSBS 691 A) SEMINAR IN BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES. This course aims to familiarize students in biomedical research where knowledge is being created and in the integration and interpretation of the knowledge thus created. This course is designed to teach the technique of scientific discourse by providing opportunities for students to effectively communicate ideas both orally and in writing to a critical audience of faculty and peers. At the end of the course, the student will have: a) a good background of current biomedical research; b) developed the critical and creative thinking skills necessary for innovative research and evaluation research data; and c) improved written and oral communication skills.