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| Biomedical Sciences | |
| BIMS 5012 | Cell Structure and Function (5.00) |
| A beginning graduate course in molecular cell biology examining the functional organization of eukaryotic cells and the interactions of cells with their surroundings. General and specialized forms of cell signaling are discussed, and events involved in regulating cell proliferation and differentiation are emphasized. | |
| BIMS 5030 | Macromolecular Structure and Function (4.00) |
| This integrated course provides the necessary background at the professional level for careers in a variety of biological and physical sciences. Prerequisites: Calculus, organic chemistry, physical chemistry. Some introductory knowledge assumed. | |
| BIMS 5410 | Computational Methods in Diabetes and Endocrinology (4.00) |
| A focused introduction to contemporary quantitative methods applied to basic and clinical diabetes and endocrine research. Topics may include the clinical blood glucose optimization problems of diabetes, history of quantifying characteristics of T1DM and T2DM, error-grid analysis, behavioral determinants of T1DM control, risk analysis of blood glucose data, use of self-monitoring blood glucose data for evaluation of patients' glycemic control, stochastic modeling of blood glucose fluctuations, network modeling of blood glucose dynamics, and analysis of continuous monitoring data. Prerequisites: consent of advisor. Course was offered Spring 2011, Spring 2010 | |
| BIMS 5550 | Neural Development and Regeneration (2.00) |
| This course will cover basic principles and current research topics concerning neural development and regeneration. Sections will focus on gene regulatory and signal transduction networks involved in early neural development and later events refining regional specificity within the brain. Topics will include neuronal plasticity, neural stem cells, developmentally-based neuronal diseases, and issues concerning regeneration of the nervous system. Course was offered Spring 2013 | |
| BIMS 5559 | New Course in Biomedical Sciences (1.00 - 4.00) |
| New course in the subject of biomedical sciences. Course was offered Summer 2010 | |
| BIMS 6000 | Core Course in Integrative Biosciences (10.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | This course is designed to equip students with core concepts and fundamental skill sets needed for biomedical research. It combines traditional didactic lectures with small group and individual learning activities, problem solving exercises, workshops, and hands-on analyses of data sets. The course emphasizes the integration of topics spanning the fields of biochemistry, cell and molecular biology, and genetics. Course was offered Fall 2012 |
| BIMS 6559 | New Course in Biomedical Sciences (1.00 - 4.00) |
| New course in the subject of biomedical sciences. | |
| BIMS 7100 | Research Ethics (1.00) |
| Beginning in 1989, the National Institutes of Health introduced a requirement that institutions provide a program of instruction in the responsible conduct of research (NIH Guide for Grants and Contracts, Volume 18, Number 45, 1989). This was later expanded to require that all fellows on NIH training grants should receive instruction in the responsible conduct of research. The requirement does not specify a particular format or curriculum. However, recommendations are made that several areas should be covered in the instruction: conflict of interest, responsible authorship, policies for handling misconduct, policies regarding the use of human and animal subjects, and data management. This course is designed to help student consider each of these areas and therein formulate an understanding of responsible conduct in research. | |
| BIMS 7559 | New Course in Biomedical Sciences (1.00 - 4.00) |
| New course in the subject of biomedical science. | |
| BIMS 8010 | Gene Structure, Expression and Regulation (5.00) |
| Study of the molecular biology of bacterial and eukaryotic cells, emphasizing the application of recombinant DNA for elucidation of gene structure, the mechanism of gene expression, and its regulation. Five lecture hours. | |
| BIMS 8030 | Current Topics in Genome Sciences (1.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | Each week, a UVA faculty member or guest lecturer will summarize current work in their area of research. The emphasis in these lectures will be on high-throughput genomic and bio-informatic approaches to elucidating the mechanisms of pathogenesis in human disease and disease models. |
| BIMS 8050 | Explorations in Human Disease (1.00) |
| Explorations in Human Disease | |
| BIMS 8051 | Cell & Molecular Biology Proj (1.00 - 12.00) |
| Cell and Molecular Biology Projects. | |
| BIMS 8052 | Cell & Molecular Biol Projects (1.00 - 12.00) |
| Cell and Molecular Biology Projects. | |
| BIMS 8053 | Cell & Molecular Biology Literature (1.00) |
| Other first-year course work could include genetics, physical chemistry, developmental biology, immunology, pharmacology, neurosciences, or computer sciences. Qualifying examinations include written examinations, oral research proposals, or both, depending upon the particular department. In addition to formal course work and informal laboratory research discussions, graduate students are encouraged to attend a variety of special seminars given by visiting speakers. The seminar programs provide knowledge in every area of modern biological science, and are an integral part of the general education of a research scientist. | |
| BIMS 8054 | Cell and Molecular Biology Literature (1.00) |
| A continuing seminar based on papers in the current literature. Course was offered Spring 2011, Spring 2010 | |
| BIMS 8062 | Vascular Biology (3.00) |
| A broad interdisciplinary course considering the basis for vascular function from a physiological and pathophysiological perspective. Topics include basic microcirculatory function, smooth muscle and endothelial cell function and development, capillary exchange, inflammatory processes, leukocyte endothelial cell interactions, and the pathophysiology of atherogenesis. Topics such as vascular control, angiogenesis, and inflammatory responses of the cardiovascular system will be highlighted. Prerequisite: One course in mammalian physiology and one in cell biology. Course was offered Spring 2011 | |
| BIMS 8063 | Cardiovascular Research - theory, practice and methodology (1.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | A one-credit course taught by a number of members of the faculty of the Cardiovascular training grant. Faculty will rotate from semester to semester. It will be offered each semester and the aim of the course will be to establish a strong background in cardiovascular research technology and state-of-the-art research concepts. Course was offered Spring 2013, Fall 2012, Spring 2012, Fall 2011, Spring 2011, Fall 2010, Fall 2009 |
| BIMS 8064 | Modern Literature of Cardiovascular Research (1.00) |
| A one-credit course taught by a number of members of the faculty of the Cardiovascular training grant. Faculty will rotate from semester to semester. It will be offered each semester and the aim of the course will be to establish a strong background in cardiovascular research technology and state-of -the-art research concepts. | |
| BIMS 8066 | Cardiovascular Physiology (3.00) |
| An intense six-week course emphasizing autonomic pharmacology, and basic principles of cardiovascular function. This will be integrated into the Medical Physiology course and supplemented by weekly meetings with Cardiovascular faculty. Prerequisites are cell biology and biochemistry. | |
| BIMS 8071 | CVRC Research in Progress (1.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | CVRC Research in Progress |
| BIMS 8072 | CVRC Research in Progress (1.00) |
| CVRC Research in Progress | |
| BIMS 8082 | From Idea to Innovation: The Pathway from Basic Science Research to Product (1.00) |
| This one-credit course will teach students the basic translational research pipeline for product development, starting with a basic science finding or concept. We will cover the role of translational research in scientific discovery, discuss patenting and intellectual property protection, highlight examples of start-up companies and how they came into being, practice networking, and learn about FDA approval and manufacturing design controls. Course was offered Spring 2011 | |
| BIMS 8090 | Cell Imaging (1.00) |
| Principles of optical and electron microscopy, light absorption and emission, quantitative fluorescence imaging; in vivo imaging; image processing, FRET and FLIM, photo-bleaching and photo-activation, fluorescence correlation spectroscopy, speckle microscopy, and other new techniques for studying cell dynamics by microscopy. Includes lectures on these topics and discussions of research papers. Course was offered Fall 2010 | |
| BIMS 8091 | CVRC Seminars (1.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | CVRC Seminars |
| BIMS 8092 | CVRC Seminars (1.00) |
| CVRC Seminars | |
| BIMS 8121 | Skeletal Health and Disease (2.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | The biological structure of skeletal tissues, the role of growth factors in mesenchymal cell signaling and differentiation, tissue regeneration and genetic diseases will be presented by experts in the field. Recent publications will be assigned to participating postdoctoral fellows and senior graduate students for in depth discussion of major discoveries and technological advances in the molecular and cellular biology of skeletal tissues. Prerequisites: Permission of instructor. |
| BIMS 8122 | Skeletal Health and Disease (2.00) |
| The biological structure of skeletal tissues, the role of growth factors in mesenchymal cell signaling and differentiation, tissue regeneration and genetic diseases will be presented by experts in the field. Recent publications will be assigned to participating postdoctoral fellows and senior graduate students for in depth discussion of major discoveries and technological advances in the molecular and cellular biology of skeletal tissues. Prerequisites: Permission of instructor. | |
| BIMS 8131 | Topics in the Molecular Basis of Human Disease (2.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | A series of joint lectures by basic and clinical scientists that focus on the clinical context of a specific biomedical problem and the contemporary research that has resulted in major advances and treatment of the disease. Students participate in workshops on grantsmanship with coincident feedback on student's specific aims from faculty experts. |
| BIMS 8132 | Topics in the Molecular Basis of Human Disease (2.00) |
| A series of joint lectures by basic and clinical scientists that focus on the clinical context of a specific biomedical problem and the contemporary research that has resulted in major advances and treatment of the disease. Students participate in workshops on grantsmanship with coincident feedback on student's specific aims from faculty experts. | |
| BIMS 8151 | MSTP Journal Club (2.00) |
| Modern lit. in MolMed for MD/PhD trainees. Faculty select 2 rsch papers illustrating methods and avenues in molec. and cellular underpinnings of human disease. Students read and understand papers in-advance, present background and results, interpretation, and background info. from secondary sources to illustrate current understanding; preparing others for discussion. Grade is based on level of participation and understanding of materials. Course was offered Spring 2011 | |
| BIMS 8171 | M.D./Ph.D. Research in Progress Colloquium (1.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | The Research in Progress Colloquium is a series of research seminars and short talks by students in our combined M.D./Ph.D. Program. The major goals of the course are to familiarize students with key research areas of importance for training as physician scientists, and to develop the student's presentation skills. Students are required to give a minimum of one oral presentation per year to their fellow students and to selected faculty members who have expertise in the area of presentation. Students also are required to attend presentations of other students and to participate in group discussions. In addition to research presentations by students, there will also be presentations by faculty members in areas of significance for training of physician scientists. Grading (S/U) will be based on the quality of the students' presentation, as well as the extent of their participation in group discussions. |
| BIMS 8172 | MD/PhD Research in Progress Colloquium (1.00) |
| The Research in Progress Colloquium is a series of research seminars and short talks by students in our combined M.D./Ph.D. Program. The major goals of the course are to familiarize students with key research areas of importance for training as physician scientists, and to develop the student's presentation skills. Students are required to give a minimum of one oral presentation per year to their fellow students and to selected faculty members who have expertise in the area of presentation. Students also are required to attend presentations of other students and to participate in group discussions. In addition to research presentations by students, there will also be presentations by faculty members in areas of significance for training of physician scientists. Grading (S/U) will be based on the quality of the students' presentation, as well as the extent of their participation in group discussions. | |
| BIMS 8191 | Biotechnology Rsch Seminars (1.00) |
| This weekly research-in-progress student series will be overseen by the Biotechnology Training Program Director or Co-Director. Trainees will present their research results or a related journal article on a round robin basis involving a single presenter per session. To ensure that trainees learn how to prepare research or journal presentations, a training program mentor will be scheduled to meet with a trainee one week before the presentation for rehearsals. This weekly research-in-progress student series will be overseen by the Biotechnology Training Program Director or Co-Director. Trainees will present their research results or a related journal article on a round robin basis involving a single presenter per session. To ensure that trainees learn how to prepare research or journal presentations, a training program mentor will be scheduled to meet with a trainee one week before the presentation for rehearsals. | |
| BIMS 8192 | Biotechnology Research Seminars (1.00) |
| This weekly research-in-progress student series will be overseen by the Biotechnology Training Program Director or Co-Director. Trainees will present their research results or a related journal article on a round robin basis involving a single presenter per session. To ensure that trainees learn how to prepare research or journal presentations, a training program mentor will be scheduled to meet with a trainee one week before the presentation for rehearsals. This weekly research-in-progress student series will be overseen by the Biotechnology Training Program Director or Co-Director. Trainees will present their research results or a related journal article on a round robin basis involving a single presenter per session. To ensure that trainees learn how to prepare research or journal presentations, a training program mentor will be scheduled to meet with a trainee one week before the presentation for rehearsals. | |
| BIMS 8193 | Biotechnology Industrial Externship (1.00) |
| A one to four month training experience at participating Biotechnology Training Program host companies or facilities. Students contribute to host company research projects, offer ideas and interact with company/facility officials. Student performance is graded by the hosting company official using a standardized form. Externship occurs within 2 years of entering the Biotechnology Training Program | |
| BIMS 8194 | Biotechnology Industrial Externship (1.00) |
| A one to four month training experience at participating Biotechnology Training Program host companies or facilities. Students contribute to host company research projects, offer ideas and interact with company/facility officials. Student performance is graded by the hosting company official using a standardized form. Externship occurs within 2 years of entering the Biotechnology Training Program Course was offered Spring 2011, Spring 2010 | |
| BIMS 8200 | Fundamental Immunology (5.00) |
| Provides detailed coverage of topics in cellular and molecular immunology. Class will consider lymphocyte development, structure of lymphoid organs and homeostasis as well as characteristics and regulation of immune responses. Particular emphasis will be placed on experimental approaches to study the immune system. Lectures and reading provide background but focus on experimental approaches as well as discussions of the recent literature.
Course was offered Spring 2011, Spring 2010 | |
| BIMS 8201 | Colloquium in Immunology (1.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | Students will present in rotation critical analysis of seminal and current research papers in areas of immunology. Papers will be chosen in consultation with different faculty members, who may also provide background reading and introductory material. Two conference hours per week. |
| BIMS 8202 | Colloquium In Immunology (1.00) |
| Students will present in rotation critical analysis of seminal and current research papers in areas of immunology. Papers will be chosen in consultation with different faculty members, who may also provide background reading and introductory material. Two conference hours per week. | |
| BIMS 8260 | Practical Molecular Medicine (2.00) |
| Clinician-Scientist presentations on the basic science underlying clinical disease manifestations. | |
| BIMS 8280 | Clinical Immunology and Immunopathology (3.00) |
| Lecture/presentation course designed to provide participants with an appreciation of contemporary clinical problems associated with the immune system. Students will be introduced to diseases associated with aberrant performance of the immune system, gain an understanding of the etiology, clinical presentation, and consequences of diseases, and discuss current research in disease prevention and therapy. Course was offered Fall 2010 | |
| BIMS 8300 | Medical Genetics (3.00) |
| A series of lectures and eams covering human genetics and their relevance to a variety of disease states. | |
| BIMS 8311 | Medical Pathology Part I (6.00) |
| A first semester lecture series covering the pathology of human disease. Course was offered Fall 2009 | |
| BIMS 8312 | Medical Pathology Part II (6.00) |
| The second of two semesters of lectures detailing the pathology of human disease. | |
| BIMS 8320 | Graduate Physiology (5.00) |
| A course in mammalian physiology that integrates events that occur on the cellular, tissue, and organ level to understand the vial functions of the human body. Emphasis on common cellular principles that underlie tissue organization and function, and advances to an understanding of specific functional roles carried out by each organ system. | |
| BIMS 8340 | Issues in Biodefense: Science and Policy (2.00) |
| Analysis of historical, clinical, practical, social, and political issues that have emerged as a consequence of bioterrorism. Course was offered Spring 2011, Spring 2010 | |
| BIMS 8380 | Practical Use of Statistics in Biomedical Research (2.00) |
| This course will be of variable format including: lecture, student presentations, statistical program software use, and round-table discussions. Graduate students, typically in their second year of studies after beginning their thesis research, will learn practical use of statistical methods. Students will present ~8 statistical methods that will equip them in designing their experiments, evaluating experimental outcomes, and interpreting. Prerequisite: Departemental Permission | |
| BIMS 8471 | Research Correlation in Medical Pathology (1.00) |
| Self organized journal club. | |
| BIMS 8472 | Research Correlation in Medical Pathology (1.00) |
| Self organized journal group. | |
| BIMS 8559 | New Course in Biomedical Sciences (1.00 - 4.00) |
| New course in the subject of biomedical science. | |
| BIMS 8619 | Molecular Medicine Colloquium (1.00) |
| Course work could include genetics, physical chemistry, developmental biology, immunology, pharmacology, neurosciences or computer sciences. Colloquium programs provide knowledge in every area of modern biological science and are an integral part of the general education of a research scientist. Prerequisite: Instructor Permission. | |
| BIMS 8620 | Advanced Topics and Technologies in Cell Signaling (3.00) |
| This course will use contemporary literature in the field of cell signal transduction as a foundation for student driven discussion. Particular attention will be paid to an understanding of the state-of-the-art technologies as applied to the student of cell signaling. Each class session will focus on a particular signaling pathway. Understanding of the pathway will share emphasis with critical examination of the work, with a focus on discussion of the chosen approach and comparison with possible alternatives. Prerequisites: permission of instructor Course was offered Spring 2012, Spring 2011 | |
| BIMS 8995 | Topical Research: Research in Biomedical Sciences (1.00 - 12.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | This course introduces students to biomedical research. Students conduct one or more research projects of limited scope under the direction of faculty and lab members. It is open only to graduate students in Biomedical Sciences (BIMS). Course was offered Spring 2013, Fall 2012 |
| BIMS 8998 | Non-Topical Research: Research in Biomedical Sciences (1.00 - 12.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | This course introduces students to biomedical research. Students conduct one or more research projects of limited scope under the direction of faculty and lab members. It is open only to graduate students in Biomedical Sciences (BIMS). Course was offered Spring 2013, Fall 2012 |
| BIMS 9559 | New Course in Biomedical Sciences (1.00 - 4.00) |
| New course in the subject of Biomedical Sciences. | |
| BIMS 9640 | Clinical Oncology for Basic and Translational Scientists (1.00) |
| This course is designed to present an overview of selected aspects of clinical cancer diagnosis and care by cancer practitioners, with a view toward developing new clinical and translational research initiatives. Selected vignettes demonstrating technologies and problems will be presented, together with a discussion of cutting edge approaches and current problems confronting clinicians, patients, and researchers. The level of presentation will be for the non-specialist in each area, addressing trainees and basic science investigators, but providing challenging thought for established clinicians. At least a third of each session will be dedicated to interaction between investigators and clinicians, with the emphasis on identifying opportunities for basic-clinical (or translational) collaboration. Prerequisite: Instructor permission | |
| BIMS 9998 | Non-Topical Research (1.00 - 12.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | Preparation for Doctoral Research prior to completion of candidacy examination. Course was offered Spring 2013, Fall 2012, Summer 2012, Spring 2012, Fall 2011, Summer 2011, Spring 2011, Fall 2010, Summer 2010, Spring 2010, Fall 2009 |
| BIMS 9999 | Non-Topical Research (1.00 - 12.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | For doctoral dissertation following advancement to PhD candidacy. Course was offered Spring 2013, Fall 2012, Spring 2012, Fall 2011, Spring 2011, Fall 2010, Spring 2010, Fall 2009 |
| Biochemistry | |
| BIOC 5050 | Biochemistry Projects (3.00 - 12.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | Open only to graduate students in the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Genetics. Introduces biochemical research. Students conduct two or more research projects of limited scope under the direction of staff members. |
| BIOC 5051 | Biochemistry Projects (2.00 - 9.00) |
| Open only to graduate students in the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Genetics. Introduces biochemical research. Students conduct two or more research projects of limited scope under the direction of staff members. | |
| BIOC 5080 | Computer Analysis of DNA and Protein Sequences (4.00) |
| Surveys computer methods for analyzing DNA and protein sequences. Discusses analytical methods, including DNA and protein sequence comparisons; recognition of patterns in DNA and protein sequences; finding genes; protein structure prediction; analyzing protein 3-D structure; and constructing evolutionary trees. Prerequisite: MICR 8010 or instructor permission. Course was offered Spring 2011 | |
| BIOC 5559 | New Course in Biochemistry and Molecular Genetics (1.00 - 4.00) |
| New course in the subject of biochemistry and molecular genetics. | |
| BIOC 8011 | Advanced Genetics (2.00) |
| This course focuses on genetic analysis as an experimental tool to study complex problems in biology. The course will incorporate genetic and functional genomic concepts using model organisms from yeast to mammals. The class combines lectures and discussions sessions, and are supplemented with readings and problems. Topics vary, but include areas of current interest to molecular, cell and developmental biologists. Course was offered Spring 2013 | |
| BIOC 8012 | Chromatin I (2.00) |
| The Chromatin course modules are designed to provide students with an in-depth understanding of chromatin structure and function. In Chromatin I, the focus will be on chromatin structure and organization, nucleosome and chromatin remodeling factors, and the multiple histone modifying enzymes that regulate DNA-templated cellular functions such as transcription, DNA replication, and repair. Course was offered Spring 2013 | |
| BIOC 8014 | Chromatin II (2.00) |
| The Chromatin course modules are designed to provide students with an in-depth understanding of chromatin structure and function. Chromatin II will focus on the functional aspects of chromatin organization and regulation. The course will meet two days a week, with time split between faculty presentations that introduce a topic and provide key information, and more interactive sessions that will involve discussions of primary literature. | |
| BIOC 8130 | Colloquium (1.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | Research seminars by invited guests and research personnel within the department. All biochemistry graduate students must attend. |
| BIOC 8131 | Colloquium (1.00) |
| Research seminars by invited guests and research personnel within the department. All biochemistry graduate students must attend. | |
| BIOC 8140 | Applied Genomics (2.00) |
| This course will introduce current concepts in genomics, emphasizing the application of the latest approaches (methodology, techniques, tools, or software) to address research questions. Course was offered Spring 2013 | |
| BIOC 8142 | Bioinformatics and Protein Structure (2.00) |
| The course provides an introduction to strategies for analyzing protein and DNA sequences at the genomic and metagenomic level. The course will focus on practical aspects of genome sequence analysis. Beginning with an introduction to Unix and Perl programming, the course will cover alignment algorithms and statistics, protein function prediction, and preliminary analysis of Next Generation sequence data.
Course was offered Spring 2013 | |
| BIOC 8145 | Bioinformatics and Functional Analysis of Genomes (2.00) |
| The class covers statistical and programming background as well as introduction to software tools for analysis of functional genomics data sets and will focus on analysis of high throughput sequence data including RNA-Seq and ChIP-Seq. Students will also learn how to further summarize their data from a regulatory network perspective by performing TF-DNA motif, metabolic/signaling pathway and gene ontology (GO) analysis.
Course was offered Spring 2013 | |
| BIOC 8150 | Biochemical Literature (1.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | A continuing seminar based on papers in the current literature. Participation is required. |
| BIOC 8151 | Biochemical Literature (1.00) |
| A continuing seminar based on papers in the current literature. Participation is required. | |
| BIOC 8559 | New Course in Biochemistry and Molecular Genetics (1.00 - 4.00) |
| New course in the subject area of biochemistry and molecular genetics. | |
| BIOC 9559 | New Course in Biochemistry and Molecular Genetics (1.00 - 4.00) |
| New course in the subject of biochemistry and molecular genetics. | |
| BIOC 9995 | Topical Research: Biochemistry and Molecular Genetics (3.00 - 12.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | Topical Research Course was offered Spring 2013, Fall 2012, Summer 2012, Spring 2012, Fall 2011, Summer 2011, Spring 2011, Fall 2010, Summer 2010, Spring 2010, Fall 2009 |
| BIOC 9998 | Non-Topical Research: Preparation for Doctoral Research (1.00 - 12.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | Non-Topical Research: Preparation for Doctoral Research Course was offered Spring 2013, Fall 2012, Summer 2012, Spring 2012, Fall 2011, Summer 2011, Spring 2011, Fall 2010, Summer 2010, Spring 2010, Fall 2009 |
| BIOC 9999 | Non-Topical Research (1.00 - 12.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | For doctoral dissertation, taken under the supervision of a dissertation director. Course was offered Spring 2013, Fall 2012, Summer 2012, Spring 2012, Fall 2011, Summer 2011, Spring 2011, Fall 2010, Summer 2010, Spring 2010, Fall 2009 |
| Bioethics | |
| BIOE 5100 | Clinical Ethics (3.00) |
| Explores some of the major ethical issues that arise in clinical medicine and provides an introduction to methods used in the clinical and research settings to address these issues. Discussion of how the basic principles of biomedical ethics apply in specific clinical situations and an examination of the cases that demonstrate commonly encountered dilemmas Course was offered Spring 2011 | |
| BIOE 5110 | Foundations of Bioethics (3.00) |
| Introduces the central problems and issues addressed by the field and the major concepts, methods, and ethical perspectives that bioethics brings to bear on these problems and issues. | |
| BIOE 8110 | Clinical Ethics (3.00) |
| Explores some of the major ethical issues that arise in clinical medicine and provides an introduction to methods used in the clinical and research settings to address these issues. Discussion of how the basic principles of biomedical ethics apply in specific clinical situations and an examination of the cases that demonstrate commonly encountered dilemmas. | |
| BIOE 8559 | New Course in Bioethics (1.00 - 4.00) |
| New Course in the subject of Bioethics. | |
| Biophysics | |
| BIOP 5050 | Biophysical Literature (1.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | A journal club. Students present recent research papers in biophysics and/or report on progress of their own research projects. Students learn how to effectively read, critique, and present science research progress. Course was offered Spring 2013, Fall 2012, Spring 2012, Fall 2011, Spring 2011, Fall 2010, Spring 2010, Fall 2009 |
| BIOP 5559 | New Course in Biophysics (1.00 - 4.00) |
| New course in the subject of biophysics. | |
| BIOP 7051 | Directed Reading (1.00 - 5.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | Designed on an individual basis, students who have deficiencies in particular areas pertaining to biophysics will be advised by a faculty member to read texts in that area and will discuss the contents with the faculty mentor on a regular basis. Course was offered Spring 2013, Fall 2012, Spring 2012, Fall 2011, Spring 2011, Fall 2010, Spring 2010, Fall 2009 |
| BIOP 7559 | New Course in Biophysics (1.00 - 4.00) |
| New course in the subject of biophysics. | |
| BIOP 8010 | Special Topics in Biophysics (1.00) |
| A seminar series comprised of 45-minute informal talks given by students, faculty, and guest speakers. Course was offered Spring 2013, Spring 2012, Fall 2011, Spring 2011, Fall 2010, Spring 2010, Fall 2009 | |
| BIOP 8020 | Macromolec Crystallography (2.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | The course offers in depth coverage of theory and practical applications of X-ray diffraction methods to crystals of biological macromolecules and their complexes. Specific topics will cover macromolecular crystallization, data collection and reduction, solution of the phase problem by Molecular Replacement, Isomorphous Replacement and Anomalous Scattering, model building and refinement as well as model validation.
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| BIOP 8030 | Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy of Macromolecules (2.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | Exploration of magnetic resonance spectroscopy as it is applied to biopolymers. Principles of nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) and electron paramagnetic resonance spectroscopy will be covered. NMR, homonuclear and heteronuclear NMR methods, data collection for structure determination, methods for structure calculations, residual dipolar couplings and the use of NMR to deduce information about the dynamic behavior of proteins is included.
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| BIOP 8101 | Biology at Atomic Resolution: Foundations of Crystallography and NMR (2.00) |
| The course will introduce students to fundamentals of X-ray crystallography and NMR spectroscopy, two complementary methods that provide insights into the structure and dynamics of biological macromolecules. Both methods can provide 3D structural information and NMR can also be used to understand the role of dynamics in function. Reading of the primary literature will be a significant component of the course.
Course was offered Spring 2013 | |
| BIOP 8130 | Structure-Function of Biological Membranes (2.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | The course will provide in-depth assessment of the structure and function of biological membranes and membrane proteins. Emphasis will be placed on biophysical and approaches. The primary literature will be the main source of reading. The course will run as a colloquium with the instructors introducing a different topic at each session and students presenting relevant papers. Course was offered Fall 2012 |
| BIOP 8201 | Biophysical Foundations of Molecular Physiology (2.00) |
| This course introduces various aspects of molecular and cellular physiology and biophysics, including ion channel and neurophysiology, electron microscopy of large complexes and advanced optical microscopy to study cellular processes in live cells and model systems. Aspects of cellular signal transduction and synaptic transmission will be covered. Techniques will be explained with specific examples from molecular and cellular physiology. Course was offered Spring 2013 | |
| BIOP 8301 | Molecular Interaction and Driving Forces (2.00) |
| This course will introduce students to various aspects of quantitative studies of molecular interactions, biomolecular spectroscopy, molecular dynamics simulations, protein folding, kinetic approaches to enzymology and molecular biology, and proteomic approaches to systems biology. The various techniques will be explained with specific examples from molecular and cellular biology.
Course was offered Spring 2013 | |
| BIOP 8401 | Membrane Protein Structural Biology (2.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | The course will provide in-depth assessment of the structural biology of membrane proteins. Emphasis will be placed on the methodologies of solving membrane protein structure. The primary literature will be the main source of reading. The course will run as a colloquium with the instructors introducing a different topic at each session and students presenting relevant papers.
Course was offered Fall 2012 |
| BIOP 8559 | New Course in Biophysics (1.00 - 4.00) |
| New course in the subject of biophysics. | |
| BIOP 9559 | New Course in Biophysics (1.00 - 4.00) |
| New course in the subject of biophysics. | |
| BIOP 9995 | Biophysics Research (3.00 - 12.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | Independent study, other than non-topical research, for course credits. Course was offered Spring 2013, Fall 2012, Spring 2012, Fall 2011, Spring 2011, Fall 2010, Spring 2010, Fall 2009 |
| BIOP 9998 | Non-Topical Research, Preparation for Doctoral Research (1.00 - 12.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | For doctoral research, taken before a dissertation director has been selected. Course was offered Spring 2013, Fall 2012, Spring 2012, Fall 2011, Spring 2011, Fall 2010, Spring 2010, Fall 2009 |
| BIOP 9999 | Non-Topical Research (1.00 - 12.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | For doctoral research, taken under the supervision of a dissertation director. Course was offered Spring 2013, Fall 2012, Summer 2012, Spring 2012, Fall 2011, Summer 2011, Spring 2011, Fall 2010, Summer 2010, Spring 2010, Fall 2009 |
| Cell Biology | |
| CELL 5010 | Gross Anatomy and Development of the Human Body (6.00) |
| Provides a thorough understanding of the structure and development of body form and organ systems. Emphasizes the relation between structure and function and focuses on clinical applications. Includes embryology in order to present a complete picture of organs and body form from their earliest beginnings to their adult condition. | |
| CELL 5020 | Gross Anatomy and Development of the Human Body (5.00) |
| Continuation of CELL 5010. | |
| CELL 5030 | Cell and Tissue Structure (6.00) |
| Presents an integrated picture of morphological, biochemical, and functional aspects of cells, tissues, and organs. Emphasizes fundamental concepts of the structure of cells and its relationship to function. The labs emphasize the morphological aspects of cells, tissues, and organs at both the light and electron microscopical levels. | |
| CELL 5050 | Methods and Applications in Biotechnology (4.00) |
| Introduces a broad range of basic research techniques used in biomedical research. Emphasizes both theory of, and practical experience with, each procedure. The procedures include electron and light microscopy, tissue culture, autoradiography, immunocytochemistry, molecular separation and isolation techniques, and radio immunology. | |
| CELL 5060 | Laboratory Rotations (4.00) |
| Graduate students carry out limited research projects in two or three department research laboratories. Emphasizes designing and executing experiments. | |
| CELL 5559 | New Course in Cell Biology (1.00 - 4.00) |
| New course in the subject of cell biology. | |
| CELL 5950 | Journal Survey in Cell & Developmental Biology (1.00 - 12.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | Readings and oral presentations taken from the primary literature in Cell Biology and related fields. Course was offered Spring 2013, Fall 2012, Spring 2012, Fall 2011, Spring 2011, Fall 2010, Spring 2010, Fall 2009 |
| CELL 7010 | Structure and Function of the Cell (5.00) |
| Surveys modern cell biology emphasizing the interrelationship between structure and function. Utilizes a combination of textbook readings and original literature. Emphasizes biological membranes, cell adhesion, cytoskeleton, mitosis and cell cycle, cell signaling, and cancer. | |
| CELL 7559 | New Course in Cell Biology (1.00 - 4.00) |
| New course in the subject of cell biology. | |
| CELL 8030 | Advanced Gross Anatomy of the Human Body (1.00 - 12.00) |
| A laboratory demonstration/dissection course systematically reviewing the gross anatomy of the human body. Emphasizes the functional and surgical aspects of the morphology. | |
| CELL 8040 | Advanced Gross Anatomy of the Human Body (1.00 - 12.00) |
| Continuation of CELL 8030. Prerequisite: CELL 5020 or equivalent. | |
| CELL 8101 | Introduction to Animal Development (2.00) |
| The course provides an introduction to Developmental Biology for graduate students entering with little or no prior coursework in Developmental Biology. The course will include both lectures and readings from the primary literature, with an emphasis on the experimental basis for our current understanding of developmental processes at the tissue, cellular, and molecular levels.
Course was offered Spring 2013 | |
| CELL 8201 | Molecular Mechanisms of Animal Development (2.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | The course will cover the questions of the molecular mechanisms regulating the development of vertebrate and invertebrate embryos with a particular focus on the role of major signaling pathways such as Activin/Nodal, BMPs, FGFs, canonical Wnt/bcatenin, non canonical Wnt, Notch/Delta, in the control the major event controlling the development such as the definition of embryonic axes, cell identity/cell differentiation, cell proliferation. Course was offered Fall 2012 |
| CELL 8202 | Cellular Mechanisms of Animal Development (2.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | The course will cover the questions of the cellular aspects of the development of vertebrate and invertebrate embryos with focus on cellular mechanisms controlling the morphogenesis. This will include cell adhesion, cell polarity, cell movements (convergence extension, ingression, invagination, evagination, tubulogenesis, delamination), growth control during both early embryonic events, such as the gastrulation, and during organogenesis. Course was offered Fall 2012 |
| CELL 8301 | Advanced Topics in Cell Biology (2.00) |
| his module will cover topics not discussed in the Core Course and provide depth to topics covered in less detail. These will include, but are not limited to membrane biogenesis and trafficking, cytoskeleton dynamics and regulation, cell adhesion and motility, cell polarity, cell cycle control and regulation. The course will be primarily literature-based and emphasis will be placed on model systems, experimental design and data interpretation.
Course was offered Spring 2013 | |
| CELL 8401 | The Essentials of Translational Science (2.00) |
| The Translational Science Course is designed to prepare graduate students to engage in cutting-edge basic science discovery; understand proof-of-concept research and industrial designed experiments; innovate and invent; create valuable intellectual properties; optimize patent enablements and claims; interact with regulatory agencies; champion entrepreneurship and commercialization activities; and enhance societal impact of basic research.
Course was offered Spring 2013 | |
| CELL 8450 | Effective science writing for grants and fellowships (2.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | The ability to effectively communicate scientific concepts and justify proposed experiments are essential skills for biomedical researchers. The goals of this course are for trainees to learn and practice effective scientific proposal writing. The course will provide students with extensive peer and faculty mentoring in a workshop format as they each prepare an NIH NRSA-style fellowship application.
Course was offered Fall 2012 |
| CELL 8559 | Molecular & Cellular Mechanisms of Animal Development (5.00) |
| This course will cover aspects of the mechanisms controling the development of the embryo both at the molecular and cellular levels. It will be done for graduate students (if the number is too small, postdocs would be welcome to participate too) and will be organized during the fall semester. | |
| CELL 8650 | Colloquium in Developmental Biology (2.00) |
| Discusses selected topics related to growth, cell differentiation, organogenesis, and regeneration. Includes current topics in developmental biology as a basis for normal and abnormal development. | |
| CELL 8660 | Colloquium in Cell Biology (2.00) |
| Considers selected topics on the structure of the cell and the relationship of this structure to cellular functions focusing on the ultrastructure of animal cells and the functioning of their subcellular components. The topics emphasize current advances in cell biology. | |
| CELL 9030 | Research in Cell Biology (1.00 - 12.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | Research in Cell Biology |
| CELL 9040 | Research in Cell Biology (1.00 - 12.00) |
| Research in Cell Biology | |
| CELL 9559 | New Course in Cell Biology (1.00 - 4.00) |
| New course in the subject of cell biology. | |
| CELL 9995 | Non-Topical Research, Preparation for Research (3.00 - 12.00) |
| For master's research, taken before a thesis director has been selected. | |
| CELL 9998 | Non-Topical Research, Preparation for Doctoral Research (1.00 - 12.00) |
| Non-Topical Research, Preparation for Doctoral Research | |
| CELL 9999 | Non-Topical Research (1.00 - 12.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | For doctoral dissertation, taken under the supervision of a dissertation director. Course was offered Spring 2013, Fall 2012, Summer 2012, Spring 2012, Fall 2011, Summer 2011, Spring 2011, Fall 2010, Summer 2010, Spring 2010, Fall 2009 |
| Medicine | |
| MED 6513 | Exploratory I (0.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | This exploratory course covers social issues in medicine. Students will recognize and analyze the interrelationships between socio-cultural environments and the occurrence, prevention and treatment of disease. Students will also identify and nurture values that characterize a professional and humanistic practice of medicine and an ethic of service. Course was offered Spring 2013, Fall 2012, Spring 2012, Fall 2011, Spring 2011, Fall 2010, Spring 2010, Fall 2009 |
| MED 6710 | Molecular & Cellular Medicine (0.00) |
| MCM initiates an integrative approach to clinical medicine that includes a guide to investigating cellular and societal dimensions of disease, foundational elements of human behavior, the doctor/patient relationship, decision sciences, and principles of biochemistry, genetics, histology, physiology, anatomy, immunology, general pathology, general pharmacology, and epidemiology. | |
| MED 6712 | Foundations in Medicine (0.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | Foundations of Medicine introduces the scientific principles that underlie the practice of medicine as well as the psychosocial, communication and ethical issues important for patient care. Biochemistry, pharmacology, genetics, cell biology, physiology and epidemiology are emphasized as they relate to human health and disease. The importance of the doctor-patient relationship is introduced, as is an ethical approach to issues in medicine. |
| MED 6714 | Cells, Tissues and Mechanisms of Disease (0.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | Cells, Tissues and Mechanisms of Disease introduces the organization of the human body emphasizing human development and cell and tissue function. This foundation is extended to the study of pathologic mechanisms of disease including cell injury, adaptation and death, inflammation, healing, circulatory disturbances and neoplasia. Neoplasia is the model for application of foundational concepts in genetics, growth regulation and clinical research. |
| MED 7718 | Clinical Performance Development I (0.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | CPD runs concurrently with and is integrated into MCM and Organ Systems. CPD consists primarily of clinical case studies which students solve in small group tutorials led by physicians. Students work one-to-one with physicians to develop their skills in taking medical histories and conducting physical exams with patients, standardized patients and in simulations. |
| MED 7719 | Clinical Performance Development II (0.00) |
| CPD runs concurrently with and is integrated into MCM and Organ Systems. CPD consists primarily of clinical case studies which students solve in small group tutorials led by physicians. Students work one-to-one with physicians to develop their skills in taking medical histories and conducting physical exams with patients, standardized patients and in simulations. | |
| MED 7720 | Clinical Performance Development III (0.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | CPD runs concurrently with and is integrated into MCM and Organ Systems. CPD consists primarily of clinical case studies which students solve in small group tutorials led by physicians. Students work one-to-one with physicians to develop their skills in taking medical histories and conducting physical exams with patients, standardized patients and in simulations. |
| MED 7729 | Integrated Organ Systems I (0.00) |
| IOS consists of Microbes: The Essentials and a series of eight integrated organ systems: Musculoskeletal; Mind, Brain and Behavior; Gastrointestinal; Cardiovascular; Pulmonary; Renal; Endocrine/Reproductive, and Hematology connecting core science (e.g., anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and pathology) with clinical knowledge and skills ranging from physical examination to addressing cultural and social issues, including public health policy. | |
| MED 7730 | Integrated Organ Systems II (0.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | IOS consists of Microbes: The Essentials and a series of eight integrated organ systems: Musculoskeletal; Mind, Brain and Behavior; Gastrointestinal; Cardiovascular; Pulmonary; Renal; Endocrine/Reproductive, and Hematology connecting core science (e.g., anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and pathology) with clinical knowledge and skills ranging from physical examination to addressing cultural and social issues, including public health policy. |
| MED 8642 | Medicine (0.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | As active members of the health care delivery teams in inpatient and outpatient venues, students will have appropriately supervised responsibilities for their patients. Students will obtain clinical histories, perform physical examinations, and provide initial and ongoing documention on their patients. Course was offered Spring 2013, Fall 2012, Spring 2012, Fall 2011, Spring 2011, Fall 2010, Spring 2010, Fall 2009 |
| MED 8645 | Geriatric Medicine Clerkship (0.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | Students will be paired with a primary geriatric physician mentor and be responsible for a panel of patients at a skilled nursing facility. Students will work with a variety of geriatric health professionals as part of the interdisciplinary care team. Course was offered Spring 2013, Fall 2012, Spring 2012, Fall 2011, Spring 2011, Fall 2010, Spring 2010, Fall 2009 |
| MED 8646 | Obstetrics and Gynecology (0.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | The OB/GYN clerkship encompasses primary care women's health, normal labor and obstetric complications, benign and malignant gynecologic conditions, and basic surgical technique. Course was offered Spring 2013, Fall 2012, Spring 2012, Fall 2011, Spring 2011, Fall 2010, Spring 2010, Fall 2009 |
| MED 8648 | Pediatrics (0.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | Exposure to pediatric inpatients, ambulatory pediatric patients, children with developmental problems and/or chronic diseases such as nutritional problems, babies in the newborn nursery, acutely ill children, and one or more pediatric subspecialty outpatient clinics. Course was offered Spring 2013, Fall 2012, Spring 2012, Fall 2011, Spring 2011, Fall 2010, Spring 2010, Fall 2009 |
| MED 8649 | Surgical Specialties Clerkship (0.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | The Surgical Specialty Clerkship rotations are clinical experiences where the student becomes a member of specialty surgical teams and applies general surgical principles [medical knowledge, professionalism, communication skills, practice-based learning] integral to the diagnosis and management of patients. These rotations include neurosurgery, ophthalmology, orthopaedics, otolaryngology, plastic surgery and urology. |
| MED 8650 | Surgery (0.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | The surgery clerkship will provide medical students with an exposure to common surgical problems ahd the basic clinical decision-making skills in this patient population applicable to their future practice. The curriculum will be taught by a combination of didactic and clinical teaching. Course was offered Spring 2013, Fall 2012, Spring 2012, Fall 2011, Spring 2011, Fall 2010, Spring 2010, Fall 2009 |
| MED 8651 | Peri-Operative and Acute Care Medicine Clerkship (0.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | Focus will be placed on peri-operative medicine, pharmacology and physiology, crisis management, and cardiac resuscitation, as well as essential clinical skills including airway management, wound care, ECG and radiograph interpretation and intravenous access. Course was offered Spring 2013, Fall 2012, Spring 2012, Fall 2011, Spring 2011, Fall 2010, Spring 2010, Fall 2009 |
| MED 8652 | Psychiatry (0.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | The fundamentals of psychiatric assessment and the diagnosis and treatment of psychiatric illness, including the common medical and neurological disorders that relate to the practice of psychiatry. Course was offered Spring 2013, Fall 2012, Spring 2012, Fall 2011, Spring 2011, Fall 2010, Spring 2010, Fall 2009 |
| MED 8656 | Family Medicine (0.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | The clinical skills, knowledge, problem-solving skills, and professional attitudes necessary to assess and care for patients in the family practice setting. Course was offered Spring 2013, Fall 2012, Spring 2012, Fall 2011, Spring 2011, Fall 2010, Spring 2010, Fall 2009 |
| MED 8657 | Emergency Medicine Clerkship (3.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | The clerkship introduces basic skills and important concepts of acute and emergency care. Students perform histories, physical exams, selection and interpretation of diagnostic tests, and write-ups of undifferentiated patients learning the diagnostic approach to acute medical and surgical presentations. Students learn the decision-making process and admission criteria involved in triaging patients and coordination of heathcare system interfaces. Course was offered Spring 2013 |
| MED 8658 | Peri-Operative Medicine Clerkship (2.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | The clerkship emphasizes patient safety and quality care and important concepts within the environment of the operating rooms, pre-operative and post-operative setting. Interactive group didactic sessions augment individual rotations, incorporating basic science principles with clinical practice; including interprofessional education. The clerkship focuses on skills and tasks related to: pre- and post-operative evaluation. Course was offered Spring 2013 |
| MED 8671 | Clinical Electives (0.00) |
| Clinical elective rotations for medical students. | |
| MED 8672 | Neurology (0.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | Develops knowledge in fundamental neurological concepts. Builds competence in pertinent history-taking and examination skills to support recognition and initial management of neurological problems and emergencies. Based in small groups, students are expected to demonstrate self-directed learning. Course was offered Spring 2013, Fall 2012, Spring 2012, Fall 2011, Spring 2011, Fall 2010, Spring 2010, Fall 2009 |
| MED 8673 | Clinical Medicine (0.00) |
| Clinical medicine clerkship rotations for medical students. | |
| MED 8674 | Geo Med Summer Program (6.00) |
| Cross-cultural medical experiences for medical students. | |
| MED 8675 | Summer Research (0.00) |
| Medical students participate in arranged research projects. | |
| MED 8676 | Summer Primary Care Preceptorship (0.00) |
| Medical students participate in arranged primary care experiences. | |
| MED 8677 | Introduction to Generalist Medicine (0.00) |
| Medical students participate in arranged medical experiences. | |
| MED 8678 | MSTP Summer Program (6.00) |
| Medical students participate in arranged laboratory experiences. | |
| MED 8679 | Pre-Clinical Remediation (0.00) |
| Medical students requiring remediation participate in proscribed activities. | |
| MED 8680 | MD/MBA Summer Program (0.00) |
| For medical students in the dual degree program MD/MBA. | |
| MED 8698 | Research (0.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | Research Course was offered Spring 2013, Fall 2012, Spring 2012, Fall 2011, Spring 2011, Fall 2010, Spring 2010, Fall 2009 |
| MED 8699 | Special Studies (0.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | Special Studies Course was offered Spring 2013, Fall 2012, Spring 2012, Fall 2011, Spring 2011, Fall 2010, Spring 2010, Fall 2009 |
| MED 9664 | Selectives Program I (0.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | Students select rotations in subspeciality areas in Medicine, Surgery, Obstetrics-Gynecology and Psychiatry. |
| MED 9665 | Selectives Program II (0.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | Students select rotations in subspeciality areas in Medicine, Surgery, Obstetrics-Gynecology and Psychiatry. Course was offered Spring 2013, Fall 2012, Spring 2012, Fall 2011, Spring 2011, Fall 2010, Spring 2010, Fall 2009 |
| MED 9669 | Electives Program I (0.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | There are 13 rotations between the end of the core clerkships and graduation. Students must earn 28 elective credits, in addition to a 4-credit Advanced Clinical Elective (ACE), and DxRx: Health Care Policy (1 week) and Basic Science for Careers (3 weeks). |
| MED 9670 | Electives Program II (0.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | There are 13 rotations between the end of the core clerkships and graduation. Students must earn 28 elective credits, in addition to a 4-credit Advanced Clinical Elective (ACE), and DxRx: Health Care Policy (1 week) and Basic Science for Careers (3 weeks). Course was offered Spring 2013, Fall 2012, Spring 2012, Fall 2011, Spring 2011, Fall 2010, Spring 2010, Fall 2009 |
| MED 9680 | DxRx: Health Care Policy (0.00) |
| This course provides an overview of the key health policy issues that will shape medical practice in the coming decades, including the financing and strucutre of health care delivery and government programs such as Medicare and Medicaid, CDC policies, FDA regulations. Its goal is to challenge students to critically analyze current policy, economic and legal issues and prepare them to be leaders in the on-going debates about health care reform. | |
| Microbiology | |
| MICR 6080 | Laboratory Workshop in Molecular and Cell Biology (1.00) |
| This 6-day course will provide a short, intensive, hands-on introduction to essential techniques in molecular and cell biology. It will comprise a mixture of lectures and experimental work in the laboratory. Students will work individually or in small groups. By the end of the course the students will have expertise in microsocpy,PCR, performing ligations and transformations, blotting, and producing recombinant proteins. Course was offered Spring 2013, Spring 2012 | |
| MICR 8000 | Seminars in Microbiology (0.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | Attendance required for all graduate students in microbiology. Topics of current research interest are presented each week by staff, students, or visiting scientists. One hour per week. |
| MICR 8001 | Seminars in Microbiology (0.00) |
| Attendance required for all graduate students in microbiology. Topics of current research interest are presented each week by staff, students, or visiting scientists. One hour per week. | |
| MICR 8005 | Continuing Colloquium in Microbiology (1.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | Critical analysis of current research areas in microbiology and related fields. Central topics will be covered seriatim by the staff. Students will present in rotation their analyses of pertinent scientific literature. Two conference hours per week. |
| MICR 8006 | Continuing Colloquium in Microbiology (1.00) |
| Critical analysis of current research areas in microbiology and related fields. Central topics will be covered seriatim by the staff. Students will present in rotation their analyses of pertinent scientific literature. Two conference hours per week. | |
| MICR 8010 | Gene Structure, Expression and Regulation (5.00) |
| Studies the molecular biology of bacterial and eukaryotic cells, emphasizing the application of recombinant DNA for elucidation of gene structure, the mechanism of gene expression, and its regulation. Four lecture hours. | |
| MICR 8013 | Molecular Genetics of Prokaryotes (4.00) |
| Presents the mechanism and regulation of gene expression in bacteriophages and prokaryotic organisms. Emphasizes genetic analysis of complex processes, such as sensory transduction, cell division, and global regulatory circuits. Readings from the current literature supplemented with critical discussion of classic papers in the field. Prerequisite: MICR 8010 or equivalent | |
| MICR 8040 | Fundamentals in Cancer Biology (2.00) |
| This course examines the molecular basis of cancer and how environmental and hereditary factors cooperate to elicit the transformed phenotype and promote cancer progression. It is team taught by both basic scientists and clinical faculty, providing students with an introduction to clinical presentation, progression, and outcomes; genetic/cellular/tissue drivers of oncogenesis and metastasis; and therapeutic challenges for the treatment of cancer | |
| MICR 8042 | Advanced Topics in Cancer (2.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | This course will cover contemporary topics relevant to the detection and treatment of solid tumors and hematopoietic cancers. These include, but are not limited to, clinical trials, metabolism and cancer, cancer stem cells, cancer biomarkers, systems and networks in cancer. Students will attend organ-based tumor boards, which expose the students to the team-based approach for individualizing treatments that is practiced in the UVA Cancer Center. Prerequisite: Fundamentals in Cancer Biology Course was offered Fall 2012 |
| MICR 8044 | Cancer Signaling and Therapeutics (2.00) |
| This course is a follow-up to Fundamentals in Cancer Biology. It examines hormonal regulation and signal transduction pathways in breast cancer and leukemia/lymphoma. Clinical and basic science faculty again team up to provide students with a comprehensive view of clinical aspects (early detection, diagnosis, epidemiology, prognosis, treatment, and prevention) and experimental strategies that reveal basic mechanisms underlying these diseases.
Course was offered Spring 2013 | |
| MICR 8110 | Viruses and Their Uses as Tools and Model System (2.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | Viruses are important as tools for studying cellular processes, as well as for more translational approaches such as gene therapy. By studying viruses, fundamental principles of gene regulation and the immunology can also be learned. This module will focus on key principles of replication, viral vectors, virus/immune interactions and applications of viruses in 21th century biology. Course was offered Fall 2012 |
| MICR 8112 | Advanced Topics in Virology (2.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | Advanced consideration of topics in virology on a rotating basis.
Course was offered Fall 2012 |
| MICR 8200 | Building Blocks of the Immune System (2.00) |
| This module will cover the different components of the adaptive and innate arms of the immune system with a focus on development and molecular pathways regulating these processes.
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| MICR 8202 | Integration and Diversification of the Immune System (2.00) |
| This module will cover how the diverse components of the immune system are integrated and how this integration influences further maturation and differentiation of elements of the immune system under physiological and patho-physiological conditions. This will include responses to different types of pathogens. Prerequisite: Building Blocks of the Immune System Course was offered Spring 2013 | |
| MICR 8204 | Current Topics in Immunology (2.00) |
| The module will cover in depth selected contemporary topics in molecular and cellular immunology. Sessions are discussion-based and facilitated by faculty. Students will learn how to critically evaluate primary literature and to clearly present scientific information. Prerequisite: MICR 8200: Building Blocks of the Immune System and MICR 8203: Integration and Diversification of the Immune System or equivalent.permission. | |
| MICR 8341 | Biological Threats and Public Health (1.00) |
| The course will cover the science and policies governing the study of select agents, and emerging infectious diseases. Topics will include, but are not limited to pathogen characteristics, regulatory requirements, recognition and detection of intentional and natural outbreaks, emergency preparedness and interfaces with public health. Course was offered Spring 2013, Spring 2012 | |
| MICR 8380 | Practical Use of Statistics in Biomedical Research (2.00) |
| This course will be of variable format including: lecture, student presentations, statistical program software use, and round-table discussions. Graduate students, typically in their second year of studies after beginning their thesis research, will learn practical use of statistical methods. Students will present ~8 statistical methods that will equip them in designing their experiments, evaluating experimental outcomes, and interpreting; Prerequisite: Instructor permission | |
| MICR 8400 | Bacterial Genetics and Physiology (2.00) |
| The class provides comprehensive study of bacterial genetics of DNA, RNA, protein, and molecular machinery synthesis and regulation. Special consideration will be given to bacterial-specific functions and systems and their roles as potential drug targets. Course was offered Spring 2013 | |
| MICR 8401 | Microbial Pathogenesis (2.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | The class provides a comprehensive study of pathogenic microbes and their unique and conserved mechanisms of virulence.
Course was offered Fall 2012 |
| MICR 8402 | Microbial Pathogenesis Proposal Preparation (2.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | This course will discuss the grant process including applications for federal and foundation grants, proposal writing and submissions, and grant reviews. A research proposal (based loosely on guidelines for NIH postdoctoral fellowship grant application) on a selected topic in Microbial Pathogenesis will be developed by each student (or student teams).
Course was offered Fall 2012 |
| MICR 9995 | Research in Microbiology, Immunology and Infectious Diseases (1.00 - 12.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | Research in microbiological related disciplines, e.g. cancer, immunology, bacteriology, virology, infectious diseases, cell signaling, nuclear transport, host-pathogen interactions, gene expression, etc. Course was offered Spring 2013, Fall 2012, Spring 2012, Fall 2011, Spring 2011, Fall 2010, Spring 2010, Fall 2009 |
| MICR 9998 | Non-Topical Research, Preparation for Doctoral Research (1.00 - 12.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | For doctoral research, taken before a dissertation director has been selected. |
| MICR 9999 | Non-Topical Research (1.00 - 12.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | For doctoral dissertation, taken under the supervision of a dissertation director. Course was offered Spring 2013, Fall 2012, Summer 2012, Spring 2012, Fall 2011, Summer 2011, Spring 2011, Fall 2010, Summer 2010, Spring 2010, Fall 2009 |
| Pharmacology | |
| PHAR 7010 | Seminar in Pharmacology (1.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | Recent developments in pharmacology are presented by outside speakers at weekly intervals to faculty, staff and students. Students may participate by meeting with the speaker during the day of the seminar. One hour weekly during both the first and second semesters. |
| PHAR 7020 | Seminar in Pharmacology (1.00) |
| Recent developments in pharmacology are presented by outside speakers at weekly intervals to faculty, staff and students. Students may participate by meeting with the speaker during the day of the seminar. One hour weekly during both the first and second semesters. | |
| PHAR 7300 | General Pharmacology (7.00) |
| A lecture course covering the major fields of pharmacology for medical students. The principal current drugs are discussed in detail as prototypes. Emphasizes mechanism of action, drug distribution and biotransformation in the body, testing new drugs in experimental animals and in the human, and adverse reactions to drugs and toxicology. | |
| PHAR 8110 | Pharmacology Literature (1.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | A continuing seminar based on papers in the current literature. Required participation by departmental faculty, fellows, and graduate students. One hour per week. |
| PHAR 8120 | Pharmacology Literature (1.00) |
| A continuing seminar based on papers in the current literature. Required participation by departmental faculty, fellows, and graduate students. One hour per week. | |
| PHAR 8130 | Tutorial in Pharmacology (1.00) |
| Students meet for one hour per week with assigned tutors and discuss, in depth, problems related to pharmacology. | |
| PHAR 8140 | Tutorial in Pharmacology (1.00) |
| Students meet for one hour per week with assigned tutors and discuss, in depth, problems related to pharmacology. | |
| PHAR 8998 | Non-Topical Research, Preparation for Research (1.00 - 12.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | For master's research, taken before a thesis director has been selected. Course was offered Spring 2013, Fall 2012, Spring 2012, Fall 2011, Spring 2011, Fall 2010, Spring 2010, Fall 2009 |
| PHAR 8999 | Non-Topical Research (1.00 - 12.00) |
| For master's thesis, taken under the supervision of a thesis director. | |
| PHAR 9001 | Introduction to Pharmacology (2.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | The course will cover the major classes of therapeutically relevant drugs, and how they work at the molecular and cellular levels. The major topics include: general principles, chemical mediators, drugs affecting major organ systems and chemotherapy of infectious and malignant disease.
Course was offered Fall 2012 |
| PHAR 9002 | Introduction to Neuropharmacology (2.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | The course will cover the major classes of therapeutically relevant drugs, and how they work at the molecular and cellular levels. The major topics include: general principles, chemical mediators, drugs affecting the central nervous system.
Course was offered Fall 2012 |
| PHAR 9003 | Molecular Characterization of Drug Targets I (2.00) |
| This first block of advanced Pharmacology coursework is offered as a Spring 1 (S1) module. Topics covered in PHAR 9003 include: drug screening, discovery and design, G-protein couple receptors and protein kinases as drug targets.
Course was offered Spring 2013 | |
| PHAR 9004 | Molecular Characterization of Drug Targets II (2.00) |
| This second block of advanced Pharmacology coursework is offererd as a Spring 2 (S2) module. Topics covered in PHAR 9004 include: ion channels, orphan nuclear receptors and antibodies, biologicals, nucleic acids, and phenotypic screens.
Course was offered Spring 2013 | |
| PHAR 9080 | Biochemical Pharmacology (2.00) |
| Biochemical Pharmacology | |
| PHAR 9100 | Endocrine Pharmacology (2.00) |
| Endocrine Pharmacology | |
| PHAR 9500 | Special Topics in Pharmacology (1.00 - 12.00) |
| Special Topics in Pharmacology | |
| PHAR 9995 | Research in Pharmacology (1.00 - 12.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | Original research on approved problems. Course was offered Spring 2013, Fall 2012, Spring 2012, Fall 2011, Spring 2011, Fall 2010, Spring 2010, Fall 2009 |
| PHAR 9998 | Non-Topical Research, Preparation for Doctoral Research (1.00 - 12.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | For doctoral research, taken before a dissertation director has been selected. Course was offered Spring 2013, Fall 2012, Summer 2012, Spring 2012, Fall 2011, Summer 2011, Spring 2011, Spring 2010 |
| PHAR 9999 | Non-Topical Research (1.00 - 12.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | For doctoral dissertation, taken under the supervision of a dissertation director. Course was offered Spring 2013, Fall 2012, Summer 2012, Spring 2012, Fall 2011, Summer 2011, Spring 2011, Fall 2010, Summer 2010, Spring 2010, Fall 2009 |
| Physiology | |
| PHY 8011 | Seminar in Physiology (2.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | Topics of current interest in physiology and related sciences are presented and discussed. |
| PHY 8012 | Seminar in Physiology (2.00) |
| Topics of current interest in physiology and related sciences are presented and discussed. | |
| PHY 8040 | Physiology A (2.00) |
| The course will integrate background cellular and molecular knowledge into organ systems and whole animal, function. It is intended to provide the ability to integrate knowledge at the molecular level into function, the foundation of translational-based research. The physiology to be covered will include the nervous system, metabolism and endocrine systems. Course was offered Spring 2013 | |
| PHY 8041 | Physiology B (2.00) |
| The course will integrate background cellular and molecular knowledge into organ systems and whole animal, function. It is intended to provide the ability to integrate knowledge at the molecular level into function the foundation of translational-based research. Specifically, the physiology to be covered will include the heart, vasculature, kidney, GI, and muscle.
Course was offered Spring 2013 | |
| PHY 8052 | Vascular Biology A (2.00) |
| The class covers the broad range of vascular biology from the basic science to clinical implications. The class integrates new methods in the field and relationships to heart function. Course was offered Spring 2013 | |
| PHY 8053 | Vascular Biology B (2.00) |
| The class covers the broad range of vascular biology from the basic sciences to the clinical implications. In addition, the class integrates new methods in the field and relationships to heart function. Course was offered Spring 2013 | |
| PHY 8092 | Directed Readings in Physiology (1.00 - 3.00) |
| Readings in particular fields of physiology under supervision of the instructor. | |
| PHY 8093 | Directed Readings in Physiology (1.00 - 3.00) |
| Readings in particular fields of physiology under supervision of the instructor. | |
| PHY 8160 | Neurophysiology (4.00) |
| Selected topics in neurophysiology, emphasizing synaptic organization of the brain: how neurons convert physical stimuli into the sensations they evoke and how movement is controlled through integrative neuronal action. Explores the mechanisms of learning and memory at the neuronal and molecular levels. | |
| PHY 9995 | Research (3.00 - 12.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | Directed research on an approved problem in physiology. Course was offered Spring 2013, Fall 2012, Spring 2012, Fall 2011, Spring 2011, Fall 2010, Spring 2010, Fall 2009 |
| PHY 9998 | Non-Topical Research, Preparation for Doctoral Research (1.00 - 12.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | For doctoral research, taken before a dissertation director has been selected. Course was offered Spring 2013, Fall 2012, Summer 2012, Spring 2012, Fall 2011, Summer 2011, Spring 2011, Fall 2010, Spring 2010, Fall 2009 |
| PHY 9999 | Non-Topical Research (1.00 - 12.00) |
| Offered Fall 2013 | For doctoral dissertation. Course was offered Spring 2013, Fall 2012, Summer 2012, Spring 2012, Fall 2011, Summer 2011, Spring 2011, Fall 2010, Summer 2010, Spring 2010, Fall 2009 |