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Human Physiology (BIO 305)
Credit hour 4.0
Human Physiology is a recommended course for the Bachelor of Arts and a required course for the Bachelor of Science degree in Zoology. BIO 305 is also the level III option of the Concepts in Physiology thematic sequence. This course provides an in-depth study of physiological processes at the level of molecules, cells, tissues, organs and organ systems. Emphasis is on the integration of multiple systems and their impact on the whole animal. Course objectives include the development of an understanding of homeostasis, the maintenance of normal function, and the basic mechanisms by which numerous organ systems of the body operate to maintain homeostasis. In both lecture and laboratory exercises, students will learn to synthesize and integrate this information to develop physiological problem solving skills.
Endocrinology (BIO 454/554)
Credit hour 3.0
Endocrinolog is a Capstone course. Senior major students are expected to contribute substansially to lecture discussion and participation as well as small group projects. After completing this course students should: (1) have acquired a deep knowledge of endocrinology and understand the physiology of the endocrine system; (2) have experienced the scientific peer-review process; (3) understand the broad application of endocrinology to health care; (4) be aware of unanswered questions and current areas of research in endocrinology; (5) be familiar with experimental design and methods used in endocrine research; (6) be able to read, interpret and critically evaluate original literature in endocrinology; (7) understand how the use of the knowledge obtained from research on the endocrine system has affected society; and (8) have an appreciation of the ethical implications of the widespread use of that knowledge.
Undergraduate Seminar (BIO 492) -- Energy homeostasis and metabolic diseases
Credit hour 1.0
The increasing incidence of obesity and diabetes are major health issues facing society. In the past decade several key molecules including hormones and receptors controlling energy homeostasis have been identified. Understanding the neuroendocrine mechanisms in controlling long-term and short-term energy stores and adipose mass is relatively recent. In this course we will read original research that explores the physiology and neuroendocrine regulation of energy homeostasis. Topics are broad and range from cellular, molecular, neural and hormonal regulation of energy and glucose homeostasis. Course objectives include developing an understanding of neural and hormonal regulation of energy balance as well as its related neuroendocrine disorders. We focus considerable attention on the process of critical reading of the primary literature. We use writing exercises and student presentations to learn how to write, speak and think like a professional biologist. BIO 305 (or equivalent) is a prerequisite.
Graduate Seminar (BIO 710) -- Energy homeostasis and its regulation; Regulation of metabolism by the nervous system and hormones.
Credit hour 1.0
Energy metabolism is central to every living thing’s ability to survive and thrive. How animals regulate intake, storage and use is relevant to many fields, notably obesity research. The dysregulation of metabolism often leads to metabolic diseases, such as obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and some types of cancer. We focus on regulation and regulatory mechanisms involved in energy metabolism. We will read original research that explores regulation of metabolism at multiple levels and involving multiple systems, focusing on the nervous system and endocrine hormones. Course objectives include developing an understanding of modern approaches to the neural and endocrineregulation of energy metabolism at tissue, cellular, and molecular levels.
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