BIO4101 Advanced Neuroendocrine Physiology 1 (FOSCI)

Units 1.0 (Human Biology) Band 2

Synopsis

This course examines the two major control systems of the human body. The initial components will examine neural control mechanisms including sensory perception, central neural regulation of sensory and motor function and the neural basis for synaptic plasticity memory and learning. Subsequently, endocrine mediators of sleep, metabolism and stress will be investigated. The physiology of gestation and parturition will be discussed along with the developmental changes associated with the foetal cardiovascular and respiratory systems. Finally the pathophysiology of various neural and endocrine disorders will be considered. Note: Students who have completed BIO3323 Neuroendocrine Physiology will be ineligible to enrol in BIO4101 Advanced Neuroendocrine Physiology1. Candidates for the MBMS program who have successfully completed BIO3323 Neuroendocrine Physiology should discuss their enrolment options with the program coordinator.