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MEDSCI 205
: The Physiology of Human Organ Systems2022 Semester One (1223)
An integrative approach is used to study fundamental physiological processes which enable the body to overcome the challenge of life. Drawing on examples of normal and abnormal function, the course examines the interaction of vital physiological processes, from cellular control mechanisms to multiple organ systems. Topics include: control of fluid and electrolytes, cardiovascular control, energy use, and the delivery of oxygen and metabolites.
Prerequisite: BIOSCI 107, MEDSCI 142
Restriction: PHARMACY 205
Restriction: PHARMACY 205
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MEDSCI 205
: The Physiology of Human Organ Systems2021 Semester One (1213)
An integrative approach is used to study fundamental physiological processes which enable the body to overcome the challenge of life. Drawing on examples of normal and abnormal function, the course examines the interaction of vital physiological processes, from cellular control mechanisms to multiple organ systems. Topics include: control of fluid and electrolytes, cardiovascular control, energy use, and the delivery of oxygen and metabolites.
Prerequisite: BIOSCI 107, MEDSCI 142
Restriction: PHARMACY 205
Restriction: PHARMACY 205
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MEDSCI 205
: The Physiology of Human Organ Systems2020 Semester One (1203)
An integrative approach is used to study fundamental physiological processes which enable the body to overcome the challenge of life. Drawing on examples of normal and abnormal function, the course examines the interaction of vital physiological processes, from cellular control mechanisms to multiple organ systems. Topics include: control of fluid and electrolytes, cardiovascular control, energy use, and the delivery of oxygen and metabolites.
Prerequisite: BIOSCI 107, MEDSCI 142
Restriction: PHARMACY 205
Restriction: PHARMACY 205
579
MEDSCI 206
: Principles of Neuroscience2024 Semester Two (1245)
The impact of neuroscience revolution on our understanding of human physiology and biomedical research is reviewed. Topics include: mechanisms of neurotransmission, learning, memory, sensory perception (vision, hearing, touch and smell) and application of gene therapy for treating neurological diseases. Special emphasis is placed on the integration and control of physiological function by the nervous system. Examples include control of movement and coordination, regulation of reproduction, blood pressure, breathing, appetite, body weight and sexuality. Developmental neuroscience is also considered. Laboratory exercises provide insight into neural structure and function and include application of neuroimaging technologies.
Prerequisite: BIOSCI 107, MEDSCI 142
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MEDSCI 206
: Principles of Neuroscience2023 Semester Two (1235)
The impact of neuroscience revolution on our understanding of human physiology and biomedical research is reviewed. Topics include: mechanisms of neurotransmission, learning, memory, sensory perception (vision, hearing, touch and smell) and application of gene therapy for treating neurological diseases. Special emphasis is placed on the integration and control of physiological function by the nervous system. Examples include control of movement and coordination, regulation of reproduction, blood pressure, breathing, appetite, body weight and sexuality. Developmental neuroscience is also considered. Laboratory exercises provide insight into neural structure and function and include application of neuroimaging technologies.
Prerequisite: BIOSCI 107, MEDSCI 142
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MEDSCI 206
: Principles of Neuroscience2022 Semester Two (1225)
The impact of neuroscience revolution on our understanding of human physiology and biomedical research is reviewed. Topics include: mechanisms of neurotransmission, learning, memory, sensory perception (vision, hearing, touch and smell) and application of gene therapy for treating neurological diseases. Special emphasis is placed on the integration and control of physiological function by the nervous system. Examples include control of movement and coordination, regulation of reproduction, blood pressure, breathing, appetite, body weight and sexuality. Developmental neuroscience is also considered. Laboratory exercises provide insight into neural structure and function and include application of neuroimaging technologies.
Prerequisite: BIOSCI 107, MEDSCI 142
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MEDSCI 206
: Principles of Neuroscience2021 Semester Two (1215)
The impact of neuroscience revolution on our understanding of human physiology and biomedical research is reviewed. Topics include: mechanisms of neurotransmission, learning, memory, sensory perception (vision, hearing, touch and smell) and application of gene therapy for treating neurological diseases. Special emphasis is placed on the integration and control of physiological function by the nervous system. Examples include control of movement and coordination, regulation of reproduction, blood pressure, breathing, appetite, body weight and sexuality. Developmental neuroscience is also considered. Laboratory exercises provide insight into neural structure and function and include application of neuroimaging technologies.
Prerequisite: BIOSCI 107, MEDSCI 142
583
MEDSCI 206
: Principles of Neuroscience2020 Semester Two (1205)
The impact of neuroscience revolution on our understanding of human physiology and biomedical research is reviewed. Topics include: mechanisms of neurotransmission, learning, memory, sensory perception (vision, hearing, touch and smell) and application of gene therapy for treating neurological diseases. Special emphasis is placed on the integration and control of physiological function by the nervous system. Examples include control of movement and coordination, regulation of reproduction, blood pressure, breathing, appetite, body weight and sexuality. Developmental neuroscience is also considered. Laboratory exercises provide insight into neural structure and function and include application of neuroimaging technologies.
Prerequisite: BIOSCI 107, MEDSCI 142
584
MEDSCI 300
: Analytical Anatomy and Visualisation2024 Semester Two (1245)
Examines the analysis, description and quantification of anatomical structures, including visualisation methodologies and the challenges of imaging subcellular to whole organ anatomy. Emphasis is placed on emerging applications and technology, including computational anatomy, surgical planning and research applications. Appropriate uses of human tissue, modern imaging technologies, tissue preparation, imaging artefacts, and novel visualisation techniques will be explored.
Prerequisite: MEDSCI 201
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MEDSCI 300
: Analytical Anatomy and Visualisation2023 Semester Two (1235)
Examines the analysis, description and quantification of anatomical structures, including visualisation methodologies and the challenges of imaging subcellular to whole organ anatomy. Emphasis is placed on emerging applications and technology, including computational anatomy, surgical planning and research applications. Appropriate uses of human tissue, modern imaging technologies, tissue preparation, imaging artefacts, and novel visualisation techniques will be explored.
Prerequisite: MEDSCI 201
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MEDSCI 300
: Analytical Anatomy and Visualisation2022 Semester Two (1225)
Examines the analysis, description and quantification of anatomical structures, including visualisation methodologies and the challenges of imaging subcellular to whole organ anatomy. Emphasis is placed on emerging applications and technology, including computational anatomy, surgical planning and research applications. Appropriate uses of human tissue, modern imaging technologies, tissue preparation, imaging artefacts, and novel visualisation techniques will be explored.
Prerequisite: MEDSCI 201
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MEDSCI 300
: Analytical Anatomy and Visualisation2021 Semester Two (1215)
Examines the analysis, description and quantification of anatomical structures, including visualisation methodologies and the challenges of imaging subcellular to whole organ anatomy. Emphasis is placed on emerging applications and technology, including computational anatomy, surgical planning and research applications. Appropriate uses of human tissue, modern imaging technologies, tissue preparation, imaging artefacts, and novel visualisation techniques will be explored.
Prerequisite: MEDSCI 201
588
MEDSCI 301
: Molecular Basis of Disease2024 Semester Two (1245)
An in-depth analysis of the cellular and molecular basis of disease, including the role of environmental and inherited risk factors, as well as mechanisms of response to cell injury and inflammation in the disease process. A number of examples will be studied including cancer and infectious disease.
Prerequisite: MEDSCI 203
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MEDSCI 301
: Molecular Basis of Disease2023 Semester Two (1235)
An in-depth analysis of the cellular and molecular basis of disease, including the role of environmental and inherited risk factors, as well as mechanisms of response to cell injury and inflammation in the disease process. A number of examples will be studied including cancer and infectious disease.
Prerequisite: MEDSCI 203
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MEDSCI 301
: Molecular Basis of Disease2022 Semester Two (1225)
An in-depth analysis of the cellular and molecular basis of disease, including the role of environmental and inherited risk factors, as well as mechanisms of response to cell injury and inflammation in the disease process. A number of examples will be studied including cancer and infectious disease.
Prerequisite: MEDSCI 203
591
MEDSCI 301
: Molecular Basis of Disease2021 Semester Two (1215)
An in-depth analysis of the cellular and molecular basis of disease, including the role of environmental and inherited risk factors, as well as mechanisms of response to cell injury and inflammation in the disease process. A number of examples will be studied including cancer and infectious disease.
Prerequisite: MEDSCI 203
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MEDSCI 301
: Molecular Basis of Disease2020 Semester Two (1205)
An in-depth analysis of the cellular and molecular basis of disease, including the role of environmental and inherited risk factors, as well as mechanisms of response to cell injury and inflammation in the disease process. A number of examples will be studied including cancer and infectious disease.
Prerequisite: MEDSCI 203
593
MEDSCI 302
: Cancer Biology2024 Semester Two (1245)
A study of the scientific basis of cancer including: mechanisms underlying the pathogenesis of cancer, carcinogenesis, DNA damage and repair, properties of cancer cells (including abnormalities of growth and cell cycle control), the growth of tumours, the classification and histopathology of cancers, and an introduction to therapeutic strategies.
Prerequisite: BIOSCI 356 or MEDSCI 203
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MEDSCI 302
: Cancer Biology2023 Semester Two (1235)
A study of the scientific basis of cancer including: mechanisms underlying the pathogenesis of cancer, carcinogenesis, DNA damage and repair, properties of cancer cells (including abnormalities of growth and cell cycle control), the growth of tumours, the classification and histopathology of cancers, and an introduction to therapeutic strategies.
Prerequisite: BIOSCI 356 or MEDSCI 203
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MEDSCI 302
: Cancer Biology2022 Semester Two (1225)
A study of the scientific basis of cancer including: mechanisms underlying the pathogenesis of cancer, carcinogenesis, DNA damage and repair, properties of cancer cells (including abnormalities of growth and cell cycle control), the growth of tumours, the classification and histopathology of cancers, and an introduction to therapeutic strategies.
Prerequisite: BIOSCI 356 or MEDSCI 203
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MEDSCI 302
: Cancer Biology2021 Semester Two (1215)
A study of the scientific basis of cancer including: mechanisms underlying the pathogenesis of cancer, carcinogenesis, DNA damage and repair, properties of cancer cells (including abnormalities of growth and cell cycle control), the growth of tumours, the classification and histopathology of cancers, and an introduction to therapeutic strategies.
Prerequisite: BIOSCI 356 or MEDSCI 203
597
MEDSCI 302
: Cancer Biology2020 Semester Two (1205)
A study of the scientific basis of cancer including: mechanisms underlying the pathogenesis of cancer, carcinogenesis, DNA damage and repair, properties of cancer cells (including abnormalities of growth and cell cycle control), the growth of tumours, the classification and histopathology of cancers, and an introduction to therapeutic strategies.
Prerequisite: BIOSCI 356 or MEDSCI 203
598
MEDSCI 303
: Drug Disposition and Kinetics2020 Semester One (1203)
Topics include: passage of drugs across membranes, drug absorption, distribution, metabolism and excretion, pharmacokinetics, drug-drug interactions, novel drug delivery systems, pharmacogenetics, drug analysis, drugs in selected populations, including the elderly, children and neonates, in pregnancy and in various pathological conditions.
Prerequisite: MEDSCI 204
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MEDSCI 304
: Molecular Pharmacology2020 Semester One (1203)
Considers the cellular and molecular mechanisms of drug action on receptors with a particular focus on G-protein coupled receptors. Explores how receptors signal and traffic through cells and the implications of these processes on drug development and design. Also includes in silico drug design. Develops skills in experimental design and critical appraisal of data.
Prerequisite: BIOSCI 203, MEDSCI 204
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MEDSCI 305
: Systems Pharmacology2020 Semester Two (1205)
Considers the modification by drugs of human systems under physiological and pathological conditions. The cellular and molecular mechanisms of drugs as receptors, ion channels, enzymes and intermediate messengers are considered. The modification of drugs on the cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, endocrine, reproductive, respiratory and central nervous systems will be covered.
Prerequisite: MEDSCI 204 and 30 points from BIOSCI 203, MEDSCI 203, 205