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This course is designed to give students an appreciation of the many ways to think about the diseased organism, with an emphasis on the cellular- and systems-level malfunctions that contribute to the disease state. Having established an understanding of the normal physiology of the system in question, we will investigate the underlying cause, origin, and symptoms of the pathophysiology, as well as exploring the successes and limitations of available treatment options. Considerable emphasis will be placed on the importance of model systems that mimic aspects of the diseased state, as well as the role epidemiological data plays in helping to clarify the genetic and environmental contributors.

College/Department: College of Arts and Sciences
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit
Prerequisites: (BIO 214 [Min Grade: D] or BIO 211 [Min Grade: D]) and BIO 201 [Min Grade: D]