An introduction to the basic anatomy, physiology and biochemistry of endocrine systems with emphasis on mechanisms of hormone synthesis, secretion and action. Lectures and reading assignments will focus on endocrine function in mammalian species, including laboratory animals, humans and livestock. The course is intended to be taken with and to complement PGY 502. It includes a critical reading of the primary literature. Participants evaluate research design problems which may or may not have serious design errors or inappropriate statistical inferences or invalid conclusions.
Participants also prepare similar design problems in their research area.
The objective of this course is to examine in-depth the various functions of the cardiovascular system and their proposed mechanisms. Areas covered will include neuronal and glial cell biology, neurotransmitters, signaling mechanisms, neuroanatomy, and neuronal development. The course is designed to provide a brief overview of each of the areas and introduce students to current research questions. The course will consist of lectures and informal presentations in a 'Journal Club' format. The course will be interdisciplinary and will be of interest to graduate students in anatomy, biology, biochemistry, immunology, pharmacy, pharmacology, physiology, psychology and toxicology and to neurology and neurosurgery residents.