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Program Requirements
The Major program includes, in addition to some intensive studies in Physiology, a strong core content of related biomedical sciences. Admission to the Major program will be in U2, upon completion of the U1 required courses, and in consultation with the student's adviser.
If not previously taken, CHEM 212 "Introductory Organic Chemistry 1" must be completed in addition to the 64-65 program credits.
Students may complete this program with a minimum of 64 credits or a maximum of 65 credits depending on their choice of complementary courses.
U1 Required Courses (18 credits)
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BIOL 200 Molecular Biology (3 credits)
Overview
Biology (Sci) : The physical and chemical properties of the cell and its components in relation to their structure and function. Topics include: protein structure, enzymes and enzyme kinetics; nucleic acid replication, transcription and translation; the genetic code, mutation, recombination, and regulation of gene expression.
Terms: Fall 2010
Instructors: Roy, Richard D W; Brown, Gregory G; Fagotto, Francesco; Zetka, Monique (Fall)
- Fall
- 3 hours lecture, 1 hour optional tutorial
- Prerequisite: BIOL 112 or equivalent
- Corequisite: CHEM 212 or equivalent
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BIOL 202 Basic Genetics (3 credits)
Overview
Biology (Sci) : Introduction to basic principles, and to modern advances, problems and applications in the genetics of higher and lower organisms with examples representative of the biological sciences.
Terms: Winter 2011, Summer 2011
Instructors: Schoen, Daniel J; Chevrette, Mario; Western, Tamara (Winter) Dankort, David; Western, Tamara (Summer)
- Winter, Summer
- 3 hours lecture, 1 hour optional tutorial
- Prerequisite: BIOL 200.
- Restriction: Not open to students who have taken or are taking CELL 204.
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CHEM 222 Introductory Organic Chemistry 2 (4 credits)
Overview
Chemistry : Modern spectroscopic techniques for structure determination. The chemistry of alcohols, ethers, carbonyl compounds, and amines, with special attention to mechanistic aspects. Special topics.
Terms: Fall 2010, Winter 2011, Summer 2011
Instructors: Daoust, Michel; Gleason, James L (Fall) Auclair, Karine; Daoust, Michel (Winter) Daoust, Michel; Schwarcz, Joseph A (Summer)
- Fall, Winter
- Prerequisite: CHEM 212 or equivalent.
- Restriction: Not open to students who have taken an equivalent Organic 2 at CEGEP (see McGill University Basic Math and Sciences Equivalence Table at ) or who have or are taking CHEM 234.
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PHGY 209 Mammalian Physiology 1 (3 credits)
Overview
Physiology : Physiology of body fluids, blood, body defense mechanisms, muscle, peripheral, central, and autonomic nervous systems.
Terms: Fall 2010
Instructors: Wechsler, Ann; Gold, Phil; Cook, Erik (Fall)
- Fall
- 3 hours lectures weekly
- Prerequisites: BIOL 112, CHEM 110, CHEM 120, PHYS 101 or PHYS 131, and PHYS 102 or PHYS 142. Pre-/co-requisites: BIOL 200, CHEM 212 or equivalent.
- Restriction: Not open to students who have taken PHGY 211 or PHGY 201 or students who are taking and who have taken NSCI 200.
- Restriction: For students in the Faculty of Science, and other students by permission of the instructor
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PHGY 210 Mammalian Physiology 2 (3 credits)
Overview
Physiology : Physiology of cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, endocrine and renal systems.
Terms: Winter 2011
Instructors: White, John H; Wechsler, Ann; Lauzon, Anne-Marie (Winter)
- Winter
- 3 hours lectures weekly
- Prerequisites: BIOL 112, CHEM 110, CHEM 120, PHYS 101 or PHYS 131, and PHYS 102 or PHYS 142. Pre-/co-requisite: BIOL 200, BIOL 201, BIOC 212, CHEM 212 or equivalent.
- Restriction: Not open to students who have taken PHGY 202.
- Restriction: For students in the Faculty of Science, and other students by permission of the instructor
- Although PHGY 210 may be taken without the prior passing of PHGY 209, students should note that they may have some initial difficulties because of lack of familiarity with some basic concepts introduced in PHGY 209
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PHGY 212 Introductory Physiology Laboratory 1 (1 credit)
Overview
Physiology : Exercises illustrating fundamental principles in physiology: Biological Signals Acquisitions, Blood, Immunology, Neurophysiology, Neuromuscular Physiology.
Terms: Fall 2010
Instructors: Martinez Trujillo, Julio; Glavinovic, Mladen I; Jones, Russell (Fall)
- (One 3-hour lab and one 1-hour lecture every second week.)
- Corequisite: PHGY 209.
- Restrictions: Required for Physiology students enrolled in PHGY 209. Open to BA &Sc. students and to others by permission of the instructor. Not open to students who have taken PHGY 212D1/D2.
- Note: For students in a Physiology program, PHGY 212 should be taken concurrently with PHGY 209.
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PHGY 213 Introductory Physiology Laboratory 2 (1 credit)
Overview
Physiology : Exercises illustrating fundamental principles in physiology: Central Nervous System, Cardiovascular, Respiration, Exercise Physiology, Molecular Endocrinology.
Terms: Winter 2011
Instructors: Guevara, Michael R; Watt, Douglas; Farookhi, Riaz; Magder, Sheldon A (Winter)
- (One 3-hour lab and one 1-hour lecture every second week.)
- Prerequisite: PHGY 212
- Corequisite: PHGY 210.
- Restrictions: Required for Physiology students enrolled in PHGY 210. Open to BA &Sc. students and to others by permission of the instructor. Not open to students who have taken PHGY 212D1/D2.
- Note: For students in a Physiology program, PHGY 213 should be taken concurrently with PHGY 210.
U2 and U3 Required Courses (19 credits)
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BIOC 311 Metabolic Biochemistry (3 credits)
Overview
Biochemistry : The generation of metabolic energy in higher organisms with an emphasis on its regulation at the molecular, cellular and organ level. Chemical concepts and mechanisms of enzymatic catalysis are also emphasized. Included: selected topics in carbohydrate, lipid and nitrogen metabolism; complex lipids and biological membranes; hormonal signal transduction.
Terms: Fall 2010
Instructors: St-Pierre, Julie; Dostie, Josee; Kiss, Robert (Fall)
- Fall
- Prerequisites: BIOL 200, BIOL 201 or BIOC 212, CHEM 222
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BIOL 301 Cell and Molecular Laboratory (4 credits)
Overview
Biology (Sci) : An introduction to laboratory techniques with a focus on methods used to investigate fundamental questions in modern cell and molecular biology. Techniques including gene cloning, DNA and protein isolation and manipulation are covered, along with functional analysis of genes and proteins, basic bioinformatics, and computer-based experimental design and data analysis.
Terms: Fall 2010, Winter 2011
Instructors: Moon, Nam Sung; Harrison, Paul; Zheng, Huanquan (Fall) Moon, Nam Sung; Harrison, Paul; Zheng, Huanquan (Winter)
- Fall or Winter
- 1 hour lecture and one 6-hour laboratory
- Prerequisites: PHYS 102 or PHYS 142, BIOL 200, BIOL 201 or ANAT/BIOC 212, and BIOL 202. BIOL 206 recommended.
- Restrictions: Not open to students who have taken or are taking BIOC 300. Requires departmental approval.
- For approval email anne-marie.sdicu [at] mcgill.ca. Specify your ID number as well as the term and lab day.
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PHGY 311 Channels, Synapses & Hormones (3 credits)
Overview
Physiology : In-depth presentation of experimental results and hypotheses on cellular communication in the nervous system and the endocrine system.
Terms: Fall 2010
Instructors: Cooper, Ellis; Haghighi, Ali (Fall)
- Fall
- 3 hours of lectures per week; 1-3 hours optional lab/demonstration/tutorial arranged for a maximum of 3 afternoons per term
- Prerequisite: PHGY 209 or permission of the instructor.
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PHGY 312 Respiratory, Renal, & Cardiovascular Physiology (3 credits)
Overview
Physiology : In-depth presentation of experimental results and hypotheses underlying our current understanding of topics in renal, respiratory and cardiovascular functions explored beyond the introductory level.
Terms: Winter 2011
Instructors: Hanrahan, John W; Mortola, Jacopo; Magder, Sheldon A (Winter)
- Winter
- 3 hours of lectures per week; 1-3 hours optional lab/demonstration/tutorial arranged for a maximum of 3 Wednesday afternoons per term
- Prerequisites: PHGY 209 and PHGY 210 or equivalent, PHGY 311 or permission of the instructor
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PHGY 313 Blood, Gastrointestinal, & Immune Systems Physiology (3 credits)
Overview
Physiology : In-depth presentation of experimental results and hypotheses underlying our current understanding of topics in immunology, blood and fluids, and gastrointestinal physiology.
Terms: Winter 2011
Instructors: Martinez Trujillo, Julio; Blank, Volker Manfred; Jones, Russell (Winter)
- Winter
- 3 hours of lectures per week; 1-3 hours optional lab/demonstration/tutorial arranged for a maximum of 3 Wednesday afternoons per term
- Prerequisites: PHGY 209 and PHGY 210 or equivalent, PHGY 311 or permission of the instructor
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PHGY 314 Integrative Neuroscience (3 credits)
Overview
Physiology : In depth presentation of experimental results and hypotheses underlying our current understanding of how single neurons and ensembles of neurons encode sensory information, generate movement, and control cognitive functions such as emotion, learning, and memory, during voluntary behaviours.
Terms: Fall 2010
Instructors: Watt, Douglas; Martinez Trujillo, Julio; Vollrath, Melissa (Fall)
- Fall
- 3 hours of lectures per week
- Prerequisites: PHGY 209
Complementary Courses (28 credits)
12-13 credits selected as follows:
3 credits, one of:
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BIOC 212 Molecular Mechanisms of Cell Function (3 credits)
Overview
Biochemistry : An introductory course describing the biochemistry and molecular biology of selected key functions of animal cells, including: gene expression; mitochondrial production of metabolic energy; cellular communication with the extra-cellular environment; and regulation of cell division.
Terms: Winter 2011
Instructors: Duchaine, Thomas; Pause, Arnim; Reinhardt, Dieter (Winter)
- Winter
- Prerequisite: BIOL 200
- Restrictions: A non-terminal course intended to be followed by BIOC 311; BIOC 312 in the U2 year. Not open to students who have taken or are taking BIOL 201 or ANAT 212.
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BIOL 201 Cell Biology and Metabolism (3 credits)
Overview
Biology (Sci) : This course introduces the student to our modern understanding of cells and how they work. Major topics to be covered include: photosynthesis, energy metabolism and metabolic integration; plasma membrane including secretion, endocytosis and contact mediated interactions between cells; cytoskeleton including cell and organelle movement; the nervous system; hormone signaling; the cell cycle.
Terms: Winter 2011
Instructors: Levine, Robert; Hewitt, Kathryn; Brouhard, Gary (Winter)
- Winter
- 3 hours lecture, 1 hour optional tutorial
- Prerequisite: BIOL 200.
- Restriction: Not open to students who have taken or are taking ANAT 212 or BIOC 212
3 credits, one of:
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BIOL 309 Mathematical Models in Biology (3 credits)
Overview
Biology (Sci) : Application of finite difference and differential equations to problems in cell and developmental biology, ecology and physiology. Qualitative, quantitative and graphical techniques are used to analyze mathematical models and to compare theoretical predictions with experimental data.
Terms: Fall 2010
Instructors: Glass, Leon (Fall)
- Fall
- 3 hours lecture
- Prerequisite: one year of calculus. An additional course in calculus is recommended
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BIOL 373 Biometry (3 credits)
Overview
Biology (Sci) : Elementary statistical methods in biology. Introduction to the analysis of biological data with emphasis on the assumptions behind statistical tests and models. Use of statistical techniques typically available on computer packages.
Terms: Fall 2010
Instructors: Seizilles de Mazancourt, Claire; Potvin, Catherine (Fall)
- Fall
- 2 hours lecture and 2 hours laboratory
- Prerequisite: MATH 112 or equivalent
- You may not be able to receive credit for this course and other statistic courses. Be sure to check the Course Overlap section under Faculty Degree Requirements in the Arts or Science section of the Calendar.
3 credits, one of:
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CHEM 203 Survey of Physical Chemistry (3 credits)
Overview
Chemistry : The fundamentals of thermodynamics and chemical kinetics with applications to biomolecular systems. Thermodynamic and kinetic control of biological processes.
Terms: Fall 2010
Instructors: Galley, William Claude (Fall)
- Fall
- Prerequisites: CHEM 110 and CHEM 120 or equivalent.
- Restriction: Intended for students in biological science programs requiring only one course in physical chemistry Restriction: Not open to students who have taken or are taking CHEM 204 or CHEM 213 or CHEM 223 and CHEM 243.
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CHEM 204 Physical Chemistry/Biological Sciences 1 (3 credits)
Overview
Chemistry : Similar to CHEM 223/CHEM 243. Emphasis on the use of biological examples to illustrate the principles of physical chemistry. The relevance of physical chemistry to biology is stressed.
Terms: Fall 2010, Winter 2011
Instructors: Blum, Amy (Fall) Cosa, Gonzalo (Winter)
- Fall, Winter
- Prerequisites: CHEM 110 and CHEM 120 or equivalent and one full course in calculus
- Restriction: Not open to students who have taken or are taking CHEM 203 or CHEM 213 or CHEM 223 and CHEM 243.
3-4 credits, one of:
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ANAT 214 Systemic Human Anatomy (3 credits)
Overview
Anatomy & Cell Biology : Introduction to the gross anatomy of the various organ systems of head, neck and trunk regions of the human body. Practical tutorials include studies of prepared specimens, use of the anatomical museum and audio-visual materials. This course is limited in size. Selection of students (other than those requiring the course as part of their program) will be made after the first lecture. (Admission is guaranteed for all students enrolled in programs in the Department of Anatomy and Cell Biology for which ANAT 214 is a required course.)
Terms: Fall 2010
Instructors: Hermo, Louis (Fall)
- Fall
- 2 hours lectures, 2 hours practical tutorial
- Restriction: Open to students in biological sciences
- Recommended: to U2 students in Anatomy and Cell Biology
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ANAT 261 Introduction to Dynamic Histology (4 credits)
Overview
Anatomy & Cell Biology : An introduction to light and electron microscopic anatomy in which cell and tissue dynamics will be explored in the principal tissues and organs of the body.
Terms: Fall 2010
Instructors: Mandato, Craig A.; Morales, Carlos R (Fall)
- Fall
- 3 hours lectures, 2 hours laboratory
- Must be taken in U1 by students in Anatomy and Cell Biology programs
- Restriction: Open to students in biological sciences and others by special permission
Upper Level Physiology (ULP) Courses
9 credits selected from the upper-level Physiology (ULP) course list as follows:
All Physiology courses 400-level and above.
Note:
The 6-credit course PHGY 459D1/D2 equals 3 credits of ULP and 3 credits of electives.
The 9-credit course PHGY 461D1/D2 equals 3 credits of ULP and 6 credits of electives.
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ANAT 541 Cell and Molecular Biology of Aging (3 credits)
Overview
Anatomy & Cell Biology : Complex aging process, including theories and mechanisms of aging, animal model systems used to study aging, age-dependent diseases, for example, Alzheimer's, osteoporosis, and cancer, and age-related diseases, for example, Werner's syndrome and dyskeratosis congenita.
Terms: Winter 2011
Instructors: Lehoux, Stephanie; Autexier, Chantal (Winter)
- Winter
- 3 hours lecture
- Prerequisites: ANAT 212 (or BIOC 212 or BIOL 201), ANAT 261, ANAT 262, or permission of instructor.
- Corequisite: BIOL 301.
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BIOL 532 Developmental Neurobiology Seminar (3 credits)
Overview
Biology (Sci) : Discussions of all aspects of nervous system development including pattern formation, cell lineage, pathfinding and targeting by growing axons, and neuronal regeneration. The basis for these discussions will be recent research papers and other assigned readings.
Terms: Winter 2011
Instructors: Levine, Robert; Van Meyel, Donald (Winter)
- Winter
- 1 hour lecture, 2 hours seminar
- Prerequisites: BIOL 303 or BIOL 306 or permission of instructor
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BMDE 519 Biomedical Signals and Systems (3 credits)
Overview
Biomedical Engineering : An introduction to the theoretical framework, experimental techniques and analysis procedures available for the quantitative analysis of physiological systems and signals. Lectures plus laboratory work using the Biomedical Engineering computer system. Topics include: amplitude and frequency structure of signals, filtering, sampling, correlation functions, time and frequency-domain descriptions of systems.
Terms: Fall 2010
Instructors: Kearney, Robert E (Fall)
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- Prerequisites: Satisfactory standing in U3 Honours Physiology; or U3 Major in Physics-Physiology; or U3 Major Physiology-Mathematics; or permission of instructor.
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EXMD 502 Advanced Endocrinology 01 (3 credits)
Overview
Experimental Medicine : This course is designed for U3 students who are in a major or honours program in anatomy, biology, biochemistry or physiology and for graduate students. A multidisciplinary approach will be used to teach biosynthesis and processing of hormones, their regulation, function and mechanism of action. The material will cover hypothalamic, pituitary, thyroid, atrial and adrenal hormones as well as prostaglandins and related substances.
Terms: Fall 2010
Instructors: Bennett, Hugh P J; Bateman, Andrew (Fall)
- Fall
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EXMD 503 Advanced Endocrinology 02 (3 credits)
Overview
Experimental Medicine : Study of the parathyroids, gut and pancreatic hormones and growth factors. In addition, the role of hormones and growth factors in reproduction and fetal maturation will be discussed.
Terms: Winter 2011
Instructors: Bennett, Hugh P J (Winter)
- Winter
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EXMD 506 Advanced Applied Cardiovascular Physiology (3 credits)
Overview
Experimental Medicine : Offered in conjunction with the Department of Physiology. Current topics, methods and techniques for studying the cardiovascular system. Basic and applied cardiac electrophysiology, mechanisms of pacemaker activity, arrhythmias, the effects of drugs on cardiac functions, fetal circulation, coronary circulation, mechanics of blood flow, cardiovascular diseases, renal and neural control of the circulation, and cardiac assist devices.
Terms: Fall 2010
Instructors: Giaid, Adel (Fall)
- Fall
- Prerequisite (Undergraduate): PHGY 313 or by permission of Instructors
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EXMD 507 Advanced Applied Respiratory Physiology (3 credits)
Overview
Experimental Medicine : Offered in conjunction with the Department of Physiology. In depth coverage of respiratory biology including: functional anatomy of the respiratory system, pulmonary statics and dynamics, chest wall and respiratory muscles, ventilation and perfusion, control of breathing, and defense mechanisms. This course is aimed at providing a solid grounding in pulmonary biology and its research applications.
Terms: Fall 2010
Instructors: Petrof, Basil (Fall)
- Fall
- Prerequisite: PHGY 313
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EXMD 508 Advanced Topics in Respiration (3 credits)
Overview
Experimental Medicine : Offered in conjunction with the Department of Physiology. In depth coverage of developmental physiology, pulmonary vascular physiology, biology of airway smooth muscle, respiratory epithelium and molecular biology of respiratory muscles. Dyspnea, mechanical ventilation and respiratory failure will also be covered. This course emphasizes application of respiratory biology to basic and applied research and touches on pulmonary pathophysiology.
Terms: Winter 2011
Instructors: Fixman, Elizabeth Dee (Winter)
- Winter
- Prerequisite: EXMD 507
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MIMM 413 Parasitology (3 credits)
Overview
Microbiology and Immun (Sci) : A study of the biology, immunological aspects of host-parasite interactions, pathogenicity, epidemiology and molecular biological aspects of selected parasites of medical importance. Laboratory will consist of a lecture on techniques, demonstrations and practical work.
Terms: Winter 2011
Instructors: Ali Khan, Zafer; Olivier, Martin; Dalton, John (Winter)
- Winter
- Prerequisite: MIMM 314 or equivalent - ANAT 261 is strongly recommended
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MIMM 414 Advanced Immunology (3 credits)
Overview
Microbiology and Immun (Sci) : An advanced course serving as a logical extension of MIMM 314. The course will integrate molecular, cellular and biochemical events involved in the ontogeny of the lymphoid system and its activation in the immune response. The course will provide the student with an up-to-date understanding of a rapidly moving field.
Terms: Fall 2010
Instructors: Fournier, Sylvie; Olivier, Martin; Fritz, J枚rg (Fall)
- Fall
- 3 hour lecture
- Prerequisite: MIMM 314
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MIMM 465 Bacterial Pathogenesis (3 credits)
Overview
Microbiology and Immun (Sci) : Organized by the McGill Centre for the Study of Host Resistance. This course focuses on the interplay of the host and the pathogen. The cellular and molecular basis of the host defense mechanism against infections will be considered in relationship to the virulence factors and evasion strategies used by bacteria to cause disease.
Terms: Fall 2010
Instructors: Le-Moual, Herve; Olivier, Martin; Dzierszinski, Florence (Fall)
- Fall
- 3 hours of lecture
- Prerequisites: MIMM 211, MIMM 314, MIMM 323, or the permission of the instructor
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MIMM 466 Viral Pathogenesis (3 credits)
Overview
Microbiology and Immun (Sci) : A study of the biological and molecular aspects of viral pathogenesis with emphasis on the human pathogenic viruses including the retroviruses HIV and HTLV-1; herpes viruses; papilloma viruses; hepatitis viruses; and new emerging human viral diseases. These viruses will be discussed in terms of virus multiplication, gene expression virus-induced cytopathic effects and host immune response to infection.
Terms: Winter 2011
Instructors: Gatignol, Anne; Liang, Chen; Chalifour, Lorraine E (Winter)
- Winter
- 3 hours of lecture
- Prerequisites: MIMM 211, MIMM 324, MIMM 314
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PSYC 470 Memory and Brain (3 credits)
Overview
Psychology : Memory systems are studied with an emphasis on the neural computations that occur at various stages of the processing stream, focusing on the hippocampus, amygdala, basal ganglia, cerebellum and cortex. The data reviewed is obtained from human, non-human primates and rodents, with single unit recording, neuroimaging and brain damaged subjects.
Terms: Winter 2011
Instructors: Rajah, Maria (Winter)
- Winter
- 3 hour lectures
- Prerequisites: PSYC 308 and PSYC 318 or PHGY 311 or BIOL 306
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PSYT 500 Advances: Neurobiology of Mental Disorders (3 credits)
Overview
Psychiatry : Current theories on the neurobiological basis of most well known mental disorders (e.g. schizophrenia, depression, anxiety, dementia). Methods and strategies in research on genetic, physiological and biochemical factors in mental illness will be discussed. Discussion will also focus on the rationale for present treatment approaches and on promising new approaches.
Terms: Winter 2011
Instructors: Srivastava, Lalit K; Wong, Tak Pan (Winter)
- Winter
- 3 hours
- Prerequisite (Undergraduate): BIOC 212 and BIOC 311, or BIOC 312, or BIOL 200 and BIOL 201, or PHGY 311, or PSYC 308 and an upper-level biological science course with permission of the instructors, or equivalent. Basic knowledge of cellular and molecular biology is required.
- Restriction: Open to U3 and graduate students only.
- Restriction: Graduate Studies: strongly recommended for M.Sc. students in Psychiatry.
Upper Level Science (ULS) Courses
6 credits selected from the Upper-Level Science (ULS) course list as follows:
Note:
For Anatomy, Chemistry, Neurology, and Neurosurgery: select from all courses 300 level and above and the ULS courses listed below.
For Biochemistry, Computer Science, Microbiology and Immunology, Mathematics, Physics, and Pathology: select from all courses 300 level and above.
For Biology, Experimental Medicine, Pharmacology, and Psychology: select from the ULS courses listed below:
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ANAT 214 Systemic Human Anatomy (3 credits)
Overview
Anatomy & Cell Biology : Introduction to the gross anatomy of the various organ systems of head, neck and trunk regions of the human body. Practical tutorials include studies of prepared specimens, use of the anatomical museum and audio-visual materials. This course is limited in size. Selection of students (other than those requiring the course as part of their program) will be made after the first lecture. (Admission is guaranteed for all students enrolled in programs in the Department of Anatomy and Cell Biology for which ANAT 214 is a required course.)
Terms: Fall 2010
Instructors: Hermo, Louis (Fall)
- Fall
- 2 hours lectures, 2 hours practical tutorial
- Restriction: Open to students in biological sciences
- Recommended: to U2 students in Anatomy and Cell Biology
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ANAT 261 Introduction to Dynamic Histology (4 credits)
Overview
Anatomy & Cell Biology : An introduction to light and electron microscopic anatomy in which cell and tissue dynamics will be explored in the principal tissues and organs of the body.
Terms: Fall 2010
Instructors: Mandato, Craig A.; Morales, Carlos R (Fall)
- Fall
- 3 hours lectures, 2 hours laboratory
- Must be taken in U1 by students in Anatomy and Cell Biology programs
- Restriction: Open to students in biological sciences and others by special permission
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ANAT 262 Introductory Molecular and Cell Biology (3 credits)
Overview
Anatomy & Cell Biology : The architectural, functional and temporal continuity of organelles and the cytoskeleton of mammalian cells is introduced as well as their functional integration in the phenomena of exocytosis, endocytosis, protein trafficking and cell motility and adhesion.
Terms: Winter 2011
Instructors: Presley, John; Stochaj, Ursula; Rouiller, Isabelle (Winter)
- Winter
- 3 hours lecture
- Corequisites: ANAT 212 or BIOC 212 or BIOL 201
- Restriction: Open to students in biological sciences and others by special permission
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BIOL 300 Molecular Biology of the Gene (3 credits)
Overview
Biology (Sci) : A survey of current knowledge and approaches in the area of regulation of gene expression, post-transcriptional control of gene expression, and signal transduction.
Terms: Fall 2010
Instructors: Nilson, Laura; Zetka, Monique (Fall)
- Fall
- 3 hours lecture, optional tutorials
- Prerequisites: BIOL 200 and one of BIOL 201 or ANAT/BIOC 212.
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BIOL 303 Developmental Biology (3 credits)
Overview
Biology (Sci) : A consideration of the fundamental processes and principles operating during embryogenesis. Experimental analyses at the molecular, cellular, and organismal levels will be presented and discussed to provide an overall appreciation of developmental phenomena.
Terms: Winter 2011
Instructors: Nilson, Laura; Rao, Yong; Dufort, Daniel (Winter)
- Winter
- 3 hours lecture and 1 hour optional tutorial
- Prerequisites: BIOL 200, and BIOL 201 or ANAT/BIOC 212.
- Corequisites: BIOL 202. BIOL 300 strongly recommended.
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BIOL 309 Mathematical Models in Biology (3 credits)
Overview
Biology (Sci) : Application of finite difference and differential equations to problems in cell and developmental biology, ecology and physiology. Qualitative, quantitative and graphical techniques are used to analyze mathematical models and to compare theoretical predictions with experimental data.
Terms: Fall 2010
Instructors: Glass, Leon (Fall)
- Fall
- 3 hours lecture
- Prerequisite: one year of calculus. An additional course in calculus is recommended
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BIOL 313 Eukaryotic Cell Biology (3 credits)
Overview
Biology (Sci) : Cell biology of eukaryotes focusing on the assembly and function of cellular structures, the regulation of transcription; the dynamics of the cytoskeleton and its motors; mechanics of cell division; cell cycle and checkpoints; nuclear dynamics; chromosome structure and behaviour and experimental techniques.
Terms: Winter 2011
Instructors: Zetka, Monique; Fagotto, Francesco (Winter)
- Winter
- 3 hours lecture and 1 hour optional tutorial
- Prerequisites: BIOL 200 and BIOL 201 or ANAT 212/BIOC 212 and BIOL 202.
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BIOL 314 Molecular Biology of Oncogenes (3 credits)
Overview
Biology (Sci) : The genes that cause cancer are altered versions of genes present in normal cells. The origins of these oncogenes, their genetic structure, regulation, and the biochemical properties of the oncogene-encoded proteins will be analyzed in an attempt to understand the origins of human and animal cancers.
Terms: Fall 2010
Instructors: Majewska, Loydie; Saleh, Maya; Dankort, David (Fall)
- Fall
- 3 hours lecture
- Prerequisites: BIOL 200; BIOL 201 or ANAT 212 /BIOC 212
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BIOL 324 Ecological Genetics (3 credits)
Overview
Biology (Sci) : This course presents evolutionary genetics within an ecological context. The course covers theoretical topics together with relevant data from natural populations of plants and animals.
Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2010-2011 academic year.
Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2010-2011 academic year.
- Fall
- 2 hours lecture, 1 hour seminar
- Prerequisite: BIOL 202
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BIOL 370 Human Genetics Applied (3 credits)
Overview
Biology (Sci) : A contemporary view of genetic research as applied to human health and well-being.
Terms: Fall 2010
Instructors: Palmour, Roberta M (Fall)
- Fall
- 3 hours lecture; 1 hour conference optional
- Prerequisites: BIOL 200, BIOL 201 or ANAT/BIOC 212, and BIOL 202.
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BIOL 373 Biometry (3 credits)
Overview
Biology (Sci) : Elementary statistical methods in biology. Introduction to the analysis of biological data with emphasis on the assumptions behind statistical tests and models. Use of statistical techniques typically available on computer packages.
Terms: Fall 2010
Instructors: Seizilles de Mazancourt, Claire; Potvin, Catherine (Fall)
- Fall
- 2 hours lecture and 2 hours laboratory
- Prerequisite: MATH 112 or equivalent
- You may not be able to receive credit for this course and other statistic courses. Be sure to check the Course Overlap section under Faculty Degree Requirements in the Arts or Science section of the Calendar.
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BIOL 389 Laboratory in Neurobiology (3 credits)
Overview
Biology (Sci) : Methods of neurobiological research, including extracellular and intracellular recordings, electrical stimulation, and the study of neuro-behavioural problems.
Terms: Winter 2011
Instructors: Pollack, Gerald; St-Amant, Louis; Dent, Joseph Alan (Winter)
- Winter
- 1 hour lecture; 5 hours laboratory
- Prerequisites: BIOL 306 or NSCI 200 or PHGY 311 or NEUR 310 or permission
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BIOL 416 Genetics of Mammalian Development (3 credits)
Overview
Biology (Sci) : This course aims to examine problems, theories, and experimental evidence on several concepts of mammalian developmental processes at molecular to organogenesis levels. Most topics are in the mouse model system, where various techniques for genetic manipulation are available.
Terms: Winter 2011
Instructors: Taketo-Hosotani, Teruko (Winter)
- Winter
- 3 hours lecture
- Prerequisites: BIOL 202, BIOL 300, BIOL 303; or permission
- Restriction: Not open to students who have taken BIOL 516
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BIOL 468 Independent Research Project 3 (6 credits)
Overview
Biology (Sci) : Independent research project.
Terms: Fall 2010, Winter 2011, Summer 2011
Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2010-2011 academic year.
- Fall, Winter or Summer
- Prerequisite: BIOL 206 or BIOL 301 or other suitable laboratory course
- Restriction: Open only to Biology students. Not open to students who have taken BIOL 471 or BIOL 471D1/D2.
- Projects must be arranged individually with a staff member of the Biology Department and a form from Nancy Nelson, Room W4/13, Stewart Building, must be completed prior to registration.
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BIOL 518 Advanced Topics in Cell Biology (3 credits)
Overview
Biology (Sci) : Conserved processes in Eukaryotic organisms, including the cytoskeleton, the cell cycle, complex traits/disease, global analysis/bioinformatics, and innovative studies/techniques in cell biology.
Terms: Winter 2011
Instructors: Brouhard, Gary; Vogel, Jacalyn (Winter)
- Winter
- 2 hours seminar
- Prerequisite: BIOL 313 and permission
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BIOL 520 Gene Activity in Development (3 credits)
Overview
Biology (Sci) : An analysis of the role and regulation of gene expression in several models of eukaryotic development. The emphasis will be on critical evaluation of recent literature concerned with molecular or genetic approaches to the problems of cellular differentiation and determination. Recent research reports will be discussed in conferences and analyzed in written critiques.
Terms: Winter 2011
Instructors: Roy, Richard D W (Winter)
- Winter
- 3 hours lecture and discussion
- Prerequisites: BIOL 300 and BIOL 303 or permission
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BIOL 524 Topics in Molecular Biology (3 credits)
Overview
Biology (Sci) : Molecular genetics and molecular, cellular and developmental biology, including signal transduction, cell differentiation and function, genetic diseases in eukaryotes.
Terms: Fall 2010
Instructors: Clarke, Hugh; Dankort, David (Fall)
- Fall
- Prerequisites: BIOL 300 and BIOL 303 or permission.
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BIOL 532 Developmental Neurobiology Seminar (3 credits)
Overview
Biology (Sci) : Discussions of all aspects of nervous system development including pattern formation, cell lineage, pathfinding and targeting by growing axons, and neuronal regeneration. The basis for these discussions will be recent research papers and other assigned readings.
Terms: Winter 2011
Instructors: Levine, Robert; Van Meyel, Donald (Winter)
- Winter
- 1 hour lecture, 2 hours seminar
- Prerequisites: BIOL 303 or BIOL 306 or permission of instructor
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BIOL 544 Genetic Basis of Life Span (3 credits)
Overview
Biology (Sci) : The course will consider how gene action is determining the duration of life in various organisms focusing on the strengths and limitations of the genetic approach. The course will focus particularly on model organisms such as yeast, Caenorhabditis, Drosophila and mouse, as well as on the characterization of long-lived people.
Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2010-2011 academic year.
Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2010-2011 academic year.
- Fall
- 1 hour lecture, 2 hours seminar
- Prerequisites: BIOL 202, BIOL 300; BIOL 303 recommended or permission
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BIOL 551 Molecular Biology: Cell Cycle (3 credits)
Overview
Biology (Sci) : Cytological studies, biochemical and genetical information are integrated to explain molecular form and function in the eukaryotic cell. The mitotic cell cycle and its coordination with cell growth and division; maintenance of cellular architecture, protein targeting, self-assembly of macromolecular complexes, organelle biogenesis, and DNA replication and segregation are examined.
Terms: Winter 2011
Instructors: Vogel, Jacalyn; Francois, Paul (Winter)
- Winter
- 3 hours lecture
- Prerequisites: BIOL 200, BIOL 201, BIOL 300
- Restriction: Not open to students who have taken 177-451
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BIOL 575 Human Biochemical Genetics (3 credits)
Overview
Biology (Sci) : Topics on the study of human systems that have led to advances in basic biology.
Terms: Winter 2011
Instructors: Rosenblatt, David (Winter)
- Winter
- 3 hours lecture
- Prerequisites: BIOL 202 and BIOL 300; or permission of the instructor
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BIOL 588 Advances in Molecular/Cellular Neurobiology (3 credits)
Overview
Biology (Sci) : Discussion of fundamental molecular mechanisms underlying the general features of cellular neurobiology. An advanced course based on lectures and on a critical review of primary research papers.
Terms: Fall 2010
Instructors: Hastings, Kenneth E M; Carbonetto, Salvatore T (Fall)
- Fall
- 1.5 hours lecture, 1.5 hours seminar
- Prerequisite: BIOL 300 and BIOL 306 or permission
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CHEM 214 Physical Chemistry/Biological Sciences 2 (3 credits)
Overview
Chemistry : Emphasis is placed on the use of biological examples to illustrate the principles of physical chemistry. The relevance of physical chemistry to biology is stressed.
Terms: Winter 2011
Instructors: Barrett, Christopher (Winter)
- Winter
- Prerequisites: CHEM 204 or CHEM 223/CHEM 243.
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EXMD 401 Physiology and Biochemistry Endocrine Systems (3 credits)
Overview
Experimental Medicine : Offered in conjunction with the Department of Physiology. The course provides a basic knowledge of endocrine systems encompassing biosynthesis, metabolism and physiological actions of hormones. Specific topics covered are hormones of the hypothalamus, pituitary, adrenals, thyroids, parathyroids, pancreas, gut and the gonads. The role of hormones and growth factors in pregnancy and fetal development are also discussed.
Terms: Winter 2011
Instructors: Srikant, Coimbatore B (Winter)
- Winter
- Prerequisite: BIOL 200 and BIOL 201
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EXMD 502 Advanced Endocrinology 01 (3 credits)
Overview
Experimental Medicine : This course is designed for U3 students who are in a major or honours program in anatomy, biology, biochemistry or physiology and for graduate students. A multidisciplinary approach will be used to teach biosynthesis and processing of hormones, their regulation, function and mechanism of action. The material will cover hypothalamic, pituitary, thyroid, atrial and adrenal hormones as well as prostaglandins and related substances.
Terms: Fall 2010
Instructors: Bennett, Hugh P J; Bateman, Andrew (Fall)
- Fall
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EXMD 503 Advanced Endocrinology 02 (3 credits)
Overview
Experimental Medicine : Study of the parathyroids, gut and pancreatic hormones and growth factors. In addition, the role of hormones and growth factors in reproduction and fetal maturation will be discussed.
Terms: Winter 2011
Instructors: Bennett, Hugh P J (Winter)
- Winter
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EXMD 504 Biology of Cancer (3 credits)
Overview
Experimental Medicine : An introduction to the biology of malignancy. A multidisciplinary approach dealing with the etiology of cancer, the biological properties of malignant cells, the host response to tumour cell growth and the principles of cancer therapy.
Terms: Fall 2010
Instructors: Thomson, David M P (Fall)
- Fall
- Prerequisite (Undergraduate): A good knowledge of biology at the cellular and molecular level. Open to U3 and graduate students only
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EXMD 506 Advanced Applied Cardiovascular Physiology (3 credits)
Overview
Experimental Medicine : Offered in conjunction with the Department of Physiology. Current topics, methods and techniques for studying the cardiovascular system. Basic and applied cardiac electrophysiology, mechanisms of pacemaker activity, arrhythmias, the effects of drugs on cardiac functions, fetal circulation, coronary circulation, mechanics of blood flow, cardiovascular diseases, renal and neural control of the circulation, and cardiac assist devices.
Terms: Fall 2010
Instructors: Giaid, Adel (Fall)
- Fall
- Prerequisite (Undergraduate): PHGY 313 or by permission of Instructors
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EXMD 507 Advanced Applied Respiratory Physiology (3 credits)
Overview
Experimental Medicine : Offered in conjunction with the Department of Physiology. In depth coverage of respiratory biology including: functional anatomy of the respiratory system, pulmonary statics and dynamics, chest wall and respiratory muscles, ventilation and perfusion, control of breathing, and defense mechanisms. This course is aimed at providing a solid grounding in pulmonary biology and its research applications.
Terms: Fall 2010
Instructors: Petrof, Basil (Fall)
- Fall
- Prerequisite: PHGY 313
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EXMD 508 Advanced Topics in Respiration (3 credits)
Overview
Experimental Medicine : Offered in conjunction with the Department of Physiology. In depth coverage of developmental physiology, pulmonary vascular physiology, biology of airway smooth muscle, respiratory epithelium and molecular biology of respiratory muscles. Dyspnea, mechanical ventilation and respiratory failure will also be covered. This course emphasizes application of respiratory biology to basic and applied research and touches on pulmonary pathophysiology.
Terms: Winter 2011
Instructors: Fixman, Elizabeth Dee (Winter)
- Winter
- Prerequisite: EXMD 507
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EXMD 509 Gastrointestinal Physiology and Pathology (3 credits)
Overview
Experimental Medicine : Course deals with various aspects of gastrointestinal and hepatic function in health and altered physiological states. The principal focus is on the recent literature pertaining to cell and molecular mechanisms underlying the motility secretory process, absorption and secretion. The molecular biology of the hepatic viruses and various aspects of colonic neoplasia will also be considered.
Terms: Fall 2010, Winter 2011
Instructors: Wild, Gary Edward (Fall) Wild, Gary Edward (Winter)
- Fall and Winter
- Prerequisite: Graduate students, U3 undergraduates
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EXMD 510 Bioanalytical Separation Methods (3 credits)
Overview
Experimental Medicine : The student will be taught the capabilities and limitations of modern separation methods (gas and high-performance liquid chromatography, capillary electrophoresis, hyphenated techniques). Application of these techniques to solve analytical problems relevant to biomedical research will be emphasized, with special attention being paid to the processing of biological samples.
Terms: Fall 2010
Instructors: Jean-Claude, Bertrand (Fall)
- Fall
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NEUR 310 Cellular Neurobiology (3 credits)
Overview
Neurology and Neurosurgery : A survey of the functional organization of nerve cells, signalling in the nervous system, and principles of neural development. Topics include cell polarity, neurotransmitters, neurotrophins, receptors and second messengers, cell lineage, guidance of axon outgrowth, and nerve regeneration. Emphasis will be placed on analysis of neurons at the molecular level.
Terms: Winter 2011
Instructors: Cloutier, Jean-Francois; Ragsdale, David S; Ruthazer, Edward (Winter)
- Winter
- 2 lectures each week
- Prerequisites or Corequisites: BIOL 201, or PHGY 209, or PHGY 210; and one of ANAT 321, ANAT 322, BIOL 306, PHGY 311.
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PHAR 503 Drug Design and Development 1 (3 credits)
Overview
Pharmacology and Therapeutics : Chemistry, mechanisms of action and steps in drug development.
Terms: Fall 2010
Instructors: Miller, Gregory (Fall)
- Fall
- Prerequisites: PHAR 301 and PHAR 303; or permission of instructor.
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PHAR 504 Drug Design and Development 2 (3 credits)
Overview
Pharmacology and Therapeutics : Possible untoward effects and reasons for drug (dis)approval.
Terms: Winter 2011
Instructors: Maysinger, Dusica; Miller, Gregory (Winter)
- Winter
- Prerequisites: PHAR 503, or permission of coordinator
- Restriction: U3 and graduate students. Students can register only with permission of coordinators.
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PHAR 562 General Pharmacology 1 (3 credits)
Overview
Pharmacology and Therapeutics : Topics in pharmacology with an emphasis on molecular aspects and the nervous system; topics include molecular mechanisms of drug-action, cellular targets and rationale for therapeutics.
Terms: Fall 2010
Instructors: Almazan, Guillermina (Fall)
- Fall
- Prerequisite: PHAR 301.
- Restriction: Open to U3 students in the minor, major or honours program in Pharmacology, or with permission of instructor.
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PHAR 563 General Pharmacology 2 (3 credits)
Overview
Pharmacology and Therapeutics : Selected topics in pharmacology of the endocrine, metabolic, and cardiovascular systems. Additional topics include: pharmacogenetics/pharmacogenomics, chronopharmacology, molecular structure in pharmacology, epigenetic targets in cancer chemotherapy, and stem cell therapies.
Terms: Winter 2011
Instructors: Bernard, Daniel (Winter)
- Winter
- Prerequisite: PHAR 301.
- Restriction: Open to U3 students in the minor, major or honours program in Pharmacology, or with permission of instructor.
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PHAR 599 Pharmacology Research Project (6 credits)
Overview
Pharmacology and Therapeutics : Mechanisms involved in different pathologies and drug actions.
Terms: Fall 2010, Winter 2011, Summer 2011
Instructors: McKinney, R. Anne; Maysinger, Dusica (Fall) Maysinger, Dusica; McKinney, R. Anne (Winter) Maysinger, Dusica; McKinney, R. Anne (Summer)
- Minimum of 18 hours/week to be spent in the lab and/or library.
- Pre-/Co-requisite: PHAR 562 and PHAR 563.
- Restrictions: U3 students with permission of instructors; students should consult instructors 3 - 4 weeks before registration.
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PSYC 311 Human Cognition and the Brain (3 credits)
Overview
Psychology : The course is an introduction to the field studying how human cognitive processes, such as perception, attention, language, learning and memory, planning and organization, are related to brain processes. The material covered is primarily based on studies of the effects of different brain lesions on cognition and studies of brain activity in relation to cognitive processes with modern functional neuroimaging methods.
Terms: Fall 2010, Summer 2011
Instructors: Petrides, Michalakis (Fall) Petrides, Michalakis (Summer)
- Fall
- 2 lectures; 1 conference
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PSYC 318 Behavioural Neuroscience 2 (3 credits)
Overview
Psychology : The physiological bases of motivational states, with respect to feeding, drinking, sexual behavior, drug use, and aggression. Physiological bases of learning and memory.
Terms: Winter 2011
Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2010-2011 academic year.
- Winter
- 2 lectures, 1 conference
- Prerequisite: PSYC 308 or PSYC 311 or BIOL 306 or PHGY 314
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PSYC 342 Hormones and Behaviour (3 credits)
Overview
Psychology : The role of hormones in organization of CNS function, as effectors of behaviour, in expression of behaviours and in mental illness.
Terms: Winter 2011
Instructors: Pruessner, Jens (Winter)
- Winter
- 2 lectures
- Prerequisite: BIOL 111, BIOL 112, BIOL 115 or equivalent
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PSYC 353 Laboratory in Human Perception (3 credits)
Overview
Psychology : Students will be introduced to standard psychophysical procedures and data analysis techniques, and will have the opportunity to design and carry out their own experiments. Research topics include: visual acuity, form and motion perception, and visual search. Evaluation based on individually written reports on lab experiments.
Terms: This course is not scheduled for the 2010-2011 academic year.
Instructors: There are no professors associated with this course for the 2010-2011 academic year.
- Winter
- 1 hour lecture plus 3 hour lab
- Prerequisites: PSYC 212, U2 level or above. Requires departmental approval.
- Students will be admitted on the basis of a written application on forms available from the Department (Room N7/9). Applications must be submitted by 蜜桃传媒app5
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PSYC 410 Special Topics in Neuropsychology (3 credits)
Overview
Psychology : Developments in cognitive neuroscience and cognitive neuropsychiatry via readings from primary sources. Topics include the neural bases of memory, emotion, social cognition and neuropsychiatric diseases. Integrating knowledge from studies in clinical populations and functional neuroimaging studies.
Terms: Fall 2010
Instructors: Raz, Amir (Fall)
- Fall
- 2 lectures
- Prerequisites: PSYC 311 or PSYC 308. Knowledge of basic neuropsychology at the level covered in PSYC 311 is assumed
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PSYC 427 Sensorimotor Behaviour (3 credits)
Overview
Psychology : A systematic examination of the sensorimotor system, drawing on models and data from both behavioural and physiological studies. Topics include: cortical motor areas, cerebellum, basal ganglia, spinal mechanisms, motor unit properties and force production, prioception, muscle properties.
Terms: Winter 2011
Instructors: Ostry, David J (Winter)
- Winter
- 2 lectures
- Prerequisite: PSYC 308 or permission of instructor
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PSYC 470 Memory and Brain (3 credits)
Overview
Psychology : Memory systems are studied with an emphasis on the neural computations that occur at various stages of the processing stream, focusing on the hippocampus, amygdala, basal ganglia, cerebellum and cortex. The data reviewed is obtained from human, non-human primates and rodents, with single unit recording, neuroimaging and brain damaged subjects.
Terms: Winter 2011
Instructors: Rajah, Maria (Winter)
- Winter
- 3 hour lectures
- Prerequisites: PSYC 308 and PSYC 318 or PHGY 311 or BIOL 306
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PSYC 505 The Psychology of Pain (3 credits)
Overview
Psychology : An introduction to pain research and theory, with emphasis on the interactions of psychological, cultural and physiological factors in pain perception. The role of these factors in clinical pain and its management by pharmacological and non-pharmacological means will be discussed.
Terms: Winter 2011
Instructors: Abbott, Frances V (Winter)
- Winter
- 2 lectures; 1 conference
- Prerequisites: any two of the following: PSYC 308, PSYC 311, PSYC 318, PSYC 522, ANAT 321, BIOL 306, PHGY 314 or permission of instructor.
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PSYC 522 Neurochemistry and Behaviour (3 credits)
Overview
Psychology : Anatomical, biochemical and physiological aspects of neurotransmitter systems in the brain, current theories of the function of these systems in normal and abnormal behaviour, and the actions of psychotropic drugs.
Terms: Winter 2011
Instructors: Pompeiano, Maria (Winter)
- Winter
- 2 lectures
- Prerequisites: any two of the following PSYC 308, PSYC 311, PSYC 318, ANAT 321, PHGY 314, BIOL 306
- Restrictions: Not open to students who have taken or are taking PHAR 562
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PSYC 526 Advances in Visual Perception (3 credits)
Overview
Psychology : We examine in detail the structure of the visual system, and its function as reflected in the perceptual abilities and behaviour of the organism. Parallels are also drawn with other sensory systems to demonstrate general principles of sensory coding.
Terms: Fall 2010
Instructors: Kingdom, Frederick A A; Mullen, Kathleen T (Fall)
- Fall
- 2 lectures
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PSYT 500 Advances: Neurobiology of Mental Disorders (3 credits)
Overview
Psychiatry : Current theories on the neurobiological basis of most well known mental disorders (e.g. schizophrenia, depression, anxiety, dementia). Methods and strategies in research on genetic, physiological and biochemical factors in mental illness will be discussed. Discussion will also focus on the rationale for present treatment approaches and on promising new approaches.
Terms: Winter 2011
Instructors: Srivastava, Lalit K; Wong, Tak Pan (Winter)
- Winter
- 3 hours
- Prerequisite (Undergraduate): BIOC 212 and BIOC 311, or BIOC 312, or BIOL 200 and BIOL 201, or PHGY 311, or PSYC 308 and an upper-level biological science course with permission of the instructors, or equivalent. Basic knowledge of cellular and molecular biology is required.
- Restriction: Open to U3 and graduate students only.
- Restriction: Graduate Studies: strongly recommended for M.Sc. students in Psychiatry.
Faculty of Science—2010-2011 (last updated Jan. 19, 2011) (disclaimer)