424. Biomedical Neuroendrocrinology and Endocrine Disorders
Course Level:
Undergraduate
Lecture – Lab Hours:
(3-0)
Credit:
3
Course Description:
Neuroendocrine (hypothalamus-pituitary) control of puberty, menstruation, ovulation, pregnancy, labor, lactation, female reproductive cycles, male reproductive functions, thyroid and parathyroid, adrenal and kidney, diabetes, obesity, sleep, memory, learning and aging and their endocrine disorders; overview on biosynthesis, transport and signaling of peptide and neuropeptide hormones, steroids and prostaglandins.
Prerequisite/Corequisite:
Prerequisites: Honors, junior or senior classification, or approval of instructor. Cross-listed with VIBS 424.