MCDB-4425 (3) Cellular Stress Responses: Molecular Mechanisms, Physiology, and Human Diseases

Students will apply their knowledge of basic biology to exploring several of the most exciting topics in biomedicine including protein folding and stress responses, nutrient sensing and balance and signal transduction across membranes. Emphasis will be placed upon human physiology and associated human diseases including Alzheimer's disease, diabetes and cardiovascular disease. Fulfills MCDB scientific reasoning requirement. Recommended prereqs., MCDB 3135 and MCDB 3145 (minimum grade C-) or instructor consent required. Same as MCDB 5425.