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2226

MEDIMAGE 740B

: Research Project
2021 Semester Two (1215)
Subject: Medical Imaging
To complete this course students must enrol in MEDIMAGE 740 A and B, or MEDIMAGE 740
2227

MEDSCI 203

: Mechanisms of Disease
2020 Semester One (1203)
Outlines the basic mechanisms, operating at the molecular, cellular and tissue levels, by which human disease develops. These include genetic factors, cell injury, inflammation, repair, circulatory disturbances, and neoplastic change. These mechanisms are illustrated by descriptions of the pathogenesis of specific diseases that are relevant to the New Zealand situation, or are the focus of current biomedical research.
Subject: Medical Science
Prerequisite: BIOSCI 107, MEDSCI 142

Outline is not available yet

2228

MEDSCI 205

: The Physiology of Human Organ Systems
2023 Semester One (1233)
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.
Subject: Medical Science
Prerequisite: BIOSCI 107, MEDSCI 142
Restriction: PHARMACY 205

Outline is not available yet

2229

MEDSCI 206

: Principles of Neuroscience
2025 Semester Two (1255)
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.
Subject: Medical Science
Prerequisite: BIOSCI 107, MEDSCI 142

Outline is not available yet

2230

MEDSCI 300

: Analytical Anatomy and Visualisation
2025 Semester Two (1255)
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.
Subject: Medical Science
Prerequisite: MEDSCI 201

Outline is not available yet

2231

MEDSCI 309

: Biophysics of Nerve and Muscle
2025 Semester Two (1255)
An advanced treatment of the physiology of excitable cells. Topics include: the biophysical basis of membrane potential, the spread of electrical activation and synaptic transmission, structure, excitation, mechanics and energetics of muscle and functional differences among muscle types. The approach is quantitative with particular emphasis on current advances in the field.
Subject: Medical Science
Prerequisite: MEDSCI 205, 206, or for BE(Hons) students, 15 points from MEDSCI 205 and 15 points from courses at Stage II listed in Part II of the Biomedical Engineering specialisation in the BE(Hons) Schedule

Outline is not available yet

2232

MEDSCI 309

: Biophysics of Nerve and Muscle
2021 Semester Two (1215)
An advanced treatment of the physiology of excitable cells. Topics include: the biophysical basis of membrane potential, the spread of electrical activation and synaptic transmission, structure, excitation, mechanics and energetics of muscle and functional differences among muscle types. The approach is quantitative with particular emphasis on current advances in the field.
Subject: Medical Science
Prerequisite: MEDSCI 205, 206, or for BE(Hons) students, 15 points from MEDSCI 205 and 15 points from courses at Stage II listed in Part II of the Biomedical Engineering specialisation in the BE(Hons) Schedule

Outline is not available yet

2233

MEDSCI 312

: Neuroendocrinology of Growth and Metabolism
2025 Semester Two (1255)
An introduction to the mechanism controlling the production of hormones and how these achieve their effects in regulating body function. The course focuses in particular on the hormone systems controlling growth and metabolism and contrasts the differences between fetal and adult life. It also highlights how defects in endocrine systems are associated with conditions such as obesity and diabetes.
Subject: Medical Science
Prerequisite: MEDSCI 205

Outline is not available yet

2234

MEDSCI 316

: Sensory Neuroscience: From Molecules to Disease
2025 Semester One (1253)
The physiology of neurosensory systems in health and disease with an emphasis on clinical relevance and current advances in research. The course will provide in-depth coverage of mechanisms involved in each system at a broad systemic level, down to the molecular level. Topics include vision, hearing, balance, olfaction, taste, touch and pain.
Subject: Medical Science
Prerequisite: MEDSCI 206

Outline is not available yet

2235

MEDSCI 321

: Special Topic: Concepts in Pharmacology
2021 Semester One (1213)
Explores the cellular and molecular mechanisms of drug action plus drug discovery and development from the perspective of in silico modelling, biochemical assessment, intracellular signalling and human disease. Considers the pharmacokinetic processes of input, distribution and elimination involved in achieving clinically-relevant drug concentrations. Describes the link between concentration and effect and the time course of effect. Explores factors such as disease progression, drug metabolism, drug-drug interactions, pharmacogenetics, use in selected populations and in various pathological conditions that may influence both clinical effectiveness and drug toxicity.
Subject: Medical Science
Prerequisite: MEDSCI 204 and 30 points from BIOSCI 203, MEDSCI 203, 205
Restriction: MEDSCI 303, 306, 318, 319, 735

Outline is not available yet

2236

MEDSCI 399

: Capstone: Medical Sciences
2024 Semester One (1243)
Students will integrate and communicate knowledge attained during their study of medical sciences ranging from normal physiology through pathological process to the safe and effective use of medicines to treat diseases. Students will consider wider societal issues involved in research, such as human and animal ethics, within the context of Aotearoa and Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
Subject: Medical Science
Prerequisite: 15 points from MEDSCI 318-320 and 15 points from MEDSCI 301-321
Restriction: BIOMED 399, BIOSCI 399, PHARMCOL 399, PHYSIOL 399

Outline is not available yet

2237

MEDSCI 701

: Special Studies in Medical Science
2021 Semester Two (1215)
The critical review and analysis of research literature relating to a research topic. Components include an extensive literature review article defining the current knowledge relevant to a particular research area, a research proposal outlining proposed Masters research topic and its significance, and a formal presentation of the proposal. Suitable for students intending to undertake a Masters thesis.
Subject: Medical Science
Restriction: MEDSCI 702, 744

Outline is not available yet

2238

MEDSCI 701

: Special Studies in Medical Science
2021 Semester One (1213)
The critical review and analysis of research literature relating to a research topic. Components include an extensive literature review article defining the current knowledge relevant to a particular research area, a research proposal outlining proposed Masters research topic and its significance, and a formal presentation of the proposal. Suitable for students intending to undertake a Masters thesis.
Subject: Medical Science
Restriction: MEDSCI 702, 744

Outline is not available yet

2239

MEDSCI 703

: Advanced Biomedical Imaging
2025 Semester One (1253)
Theory and practice of biomedical imaging from the sub-cellular to whole body level with specific emphasis on recent developments. Principles of digital image-processing and image analysis (including quantitative morphology), computed tomography and volume rendering and analysis. Imaging modalities including atomic force microscopy, light and confocal microscopy, electron microscopy, X-ray, CT, ultrasound and magnetic resonance imaging.
Subject: Medical Science
No pre-requisites or restrictions

Outline is not available yet

2240

MEDSCI 703

: Advanced Biomedical Imaging
2024 Semester One (1243)
Theory and practice of biomedical imaging from the sub-cellular to whole body level with specific emphasis on recent developments. Principles of digital image-processing and image analysis (including quantitative morphology), computed tomography and volume rendering and analysis. Imaging modalities including atomic force microscopy, light and confocal microscopy, electron microscopy, X-ray, CT, ultrasound and magnetic resonance imaging.
Subject: Medical Science
No pre-requisites or restrictions

Outline is not available yet

2241

MEDSCI 703

: Advanced Biomedical Imaging
2023 Semester One (1233)
Theory and practice of biomedical imaging from the sub-cellular to whole body level with specific emphasis on recent developments. Principles of digital image-processing and image analysis (including quantitative morphology), computed tomography and volume rendering and analysis. Imaging modalities including atomic force microscopy, light and confocal microscopy, electron microscopy, X-ray, CT, ultrasound and magnetic resonance imaging.
Subject: Medical Science
No pre-requisites or restrictions

Outline is not available yet

2242

MEDSCI 704

: Stem Cells and Development
2021 Semester One (1213)
Stem cell biology and the genetic regulation of developmental processes will be examined in normal and disease settings. Blood, immunity, vascular networks and the kidney will be used as systems to explore important concepts in organ development and regeneration. This knowledge will be applied in understanding disease processes such as leukaemia, inflammation and kidney disorders, and in designing new therapeutic strategies.
Subject: Medical Science
No pre-requisites or restrictions

Outline is not available yet

2243

MEDSCI 705

: Infection, Immunity and Disease
2025 Semester Two (1255)
Examines the ways in which host immune mechanisms control infection, infectious organisms evade host defence mechanisms, and the consequences of these processes for the host. Examples of human infectious diseases will include: HIV, hepatitis B, influenza, tuberculosis and streptococcal infections. Consideration of the consequences of infection will incorporate discussion of immune self/non-self discrimination, immune tolerance and autoimmune mechanisms, including the impact of response against infections on autoimmunity.
Subject: Medical Science
No pre-requisites or restrictions

Outline is not available yet

2244

MEDSCI 706

: Genomic Medicine
2025 Semester Two (1255)
Examines a range of medical genetic disorders that illustrate principles of disease mechanisms, diagnosis and management. These will include: haemophilia, familial cancer, late-onset neurological disorders and mitochondrial disease.
Subject: Medical Science
No pre-requisites or restrictions

Outline is not available yet

2245

MEDSCI 706

: Genomic Medicine
2020 Semester Two (1205)
Examines a range of medical genetic disorders that illustrate principles of disease mechanisms, diagnosis and management. These will include: haemophilia, familial cancer, late-onset neurological disorders and mitochondrial disease.
Subject: Medical Science
No pre-requisites or restrictions

Outline is not available yet

2246

MEDSCI 710

: Nutrition Mechanisms
2023 Semester Two (1235)
The mechanisms by which food and food components can influence disease processes. Topics covered include: the interaction between genotype and nutrition, antioxidants and oxidation protection mechanisms, dietary toxicology, the process of atherosclerosis, and the influence of the intra-uterine environment on growth and disease.
Subject: Medical Science
No pre-requisites or restrictions

Outline is not available yet

2247

MEDSCI 712

: Critical Evaluation of Nutritional Therapies
2023 Semester Two (1235)
The suggested roles for micronutrients, 'nutriceuticals' and functional foods in general health, exercise performance and disease are evaluated using an evidence-based approach. The roles of micronutrients as dietary supplements and the potential actions of nutriceuticals and functional foods are also critically evaluated. Regulatory and ethical issues in the use of nutritional remedies are considered, including their use as supplements in chemotherapy or other conventional therapies, or in individuals with no symptoms.
Subject: Medical Science
No pre-requisites or restrictions

Outline is not available yet

2248

MEDSCI 718

: Pharmacology of Anaesthetics and Analgesics
2021 Semester One (1213)
General aspects of anaesthetics and analgesics. Topics covered include the development of modern anaesthesia, the mechanisms of action of drugs used in general and local anaesthesia, and issues surrounding safety and efficacy of anaesthesia, including drug error and circadian variation in drug action.
Subject: Medical Science
No pre-requisites or restrictions

Outline is not available yet

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MEDSCI 718

: Pharmacology of Anaesthetics and Analgesics
2020 Semester One (1203)
General aspects of anaesthetics and analgesics. Topics covered include the development of modern anaesthesia, the mechanisms of action of drugs used in general and local anaesthesia, and issues surrounding safety and efficacy of anaesthesia, including drug error and circadian variation in drug action.
Subject: Medical Science
No pre-requisites or restrictions

Outline is not available yet

2250

MEDSCI 723

: Cancer Pharmacology
2025 Semester Two (1255)
The pharmacological basis of the action of anti-tumour drugs relevant to human cancer therapy, emphasising the variability of chemotherapy effects, interactions between anti-cancer agents and early phase clinical trials.
Subject: Medical Science
No pre-requisites or restrictions

Outline is not available yet