A project-based introduction to scientific methods for first-year declared and prospective Physiology and Neurobiology students. May include discussions of educational and laboratory based research in Physiology and Neurobiology. Students taking this course will be assigned a final grade of S (satisfactory) or U (unsatisfactory).

Introduction to the principles governing gene organization, regulation of transcription, transcript processing, protein production, protein function, and outputs of physiological interest.

Exploration of the role that gene regulation, transcript processing, protein production, and protein function play in the physiology of limb development. Emphasis placed on understanding and communicating primary literature, and experimental systems used in model organisms.

An introduction to comparative animal physiology, emphasizing the evolutionary impacts of diverse physical, chemical, and environmental factors on vertebrates and invertebrates.

Fundamentals of human anatomy and physiology, for students in human health and human performance related majors. Topics covered include the musculoskeletal system, membrane potential, neurophysiology, the central nervous system, sensation, and the endocrine system. May not be counted toward the Biological Sciences or PNB majors.

Fundamentals of human anatomy and physiology, for students in human health and human performance related majors. Topics covered include the cardiovascular, immune, respiratory, digestive, renal, and reproductive systems. May not be counted toward the Biological Sciences or PNB majors.

Fundamentals of human physiology and anatomy enhanced through inquiry-based laboratories.

Fundamentals of human physiology and anatomy enhanced through inquiry-based laboratories.

Fundamentals of human physiology and anatomy enhanced through discussion. A focus on fundamental cell and membrane physiology, as well as the musculoskeletal, nervous, and endocrine systems.

Fundamentals of human physiology and anatomy enhanced through discussion. A focus on organ systems, including the cardiovascular, respiratory, lymphatic, digestive, renal, and reproductive systems.

Fundamentals of human physiology and anatomy enhanced through inquiry-based laboratories.

Strategies for effective public communication of science, focusing on accessibly conveying physiological concepts, and considering the role of life scientists as public communicators. Student work may include storytelling, blogging, data visualization, and videography.

Exploration of Drosophila as a model organism for addressing molecular, cellular, and anatomical research questions in Physiology and Neurobiology. Students will gain hands-on laboratory experience with fly husbandry, analysis of phenotypic markers, microdissection, microscopy, and behavioral assays such as mating, circadian rhythm, aggression, and learning. Open to all students meeting the prerequisites, no prior laboratory experience is necessary.

Molecular and cellular techniques used to answer physiology research questions in Drosophila models. Students will gain hands-on laboratory experience measuring lifespan, ovulation, fecundity, tissue remodeling, respiration rate, and metabolic parameters. Assays may include western blotting, immunoprecipitation, immunohistochemistry, spectroscopy, PCR, and mass spectrometry.

Supervised field work at an off-campus research organization or business. Activities that meet objectives consistent with a major in Physiology and Neurobiology must be planned and agreed upon in advance by the job site supervisor, the faculty coordinator and the student. May be repeated for a total of up to 6 credits. One credit may be earned for each 42 hours of pre-approved activities up to a maximum of 4 credits. May be applied towards the major with permission of department head subject to the PNB major's 3-credit research group limitation. Students taking this course will be assigned a final grade of S (satisfactory) or U (unsatisfactory).

Brain functions, from molecular and cellular to overall central nervous system organization. Topics of current scientific interest.

Comparative exploration of classic and emerging model organisms and their translational research applications towards human health and well-being. Environmental, ethical, and policy considerations relating to animal experimentation.

Current topics from primary literature. Molecular mechanisms of brain and nervous system development.

Anatomy of the human brain and spinal cord; emphasis on the structure and functions of major regions in the central nervous system.

Principles of stem cell biology and the use and applications of stem cells in research and therapy. Emphasis on molecular, cellular and physiological properties of stem cells, mechanisms of differentiation, use of recombinant DNA technology and application of stem cells in disease models.

Experimental investigations in neurobiology. Emphasis on designing and carrying out independent research projects, and on communicating the results.

Case study of a disease: genetics and inheritance patterns; molecular defects, including transcription and post-transcription defects; physiological defects; therapeutic approaches.

The evolution of hormonal signaling systems in invertebrates and vertebrates.

Molecular mechanism(s) of hormone action in vertebrates and invertebrates. Molecular and genetic characterization of hormones, receptors, and signal transduction, and hormone actions at the molecular, cellular, and organismal levels. Includes student presentations on selected papers.

Various neurotransmitter systems in the brain including anatomy, physiology, cell biology and biochemistry. Neurotransmitters, receptors and transporters at synapses. Synaptic signaling pathways and molecules. Meets during the first nine weeks of the semester.

Introductory grounding and experience for students interested in the healing professions in how patients and families experience illness, and what it's like to be a professional health provider.

Special topics taken in a foreign study program. Consent of Department Head or Key Advisor required, normally to be granted prior to the student's departure. May count toward the major with consent of Department Head or Key Advisor.

Students may apply up to a maximum of three credits of PNB 3296 or PNB 4296 toward the credits-in-major requirement.

Designed for the advanced undergraduate student who desires to pursue a special problem as an introduction to independent investigation.

Fundamental mechanisms by which water and small molecules are transported across biological membranes. Biophysical and biochemical analysis of transport by diffusion, osmosis, channels, carriers and pumps in health and disease.

Cellular and molecular mechanisms controlling cardiovascular and respiratory function in health and disease.

Cellular and molecular mechanisms supporting the detection of sensory stimuli in vertebrates, invertebrates and other organisms. Detection of chemicals, touch, temperature, pain, sound, light, heat, magnetic fields, and electricity.

Students may apply up to a maximum of three credits of PNB 3296 or 4296 toward the credits-in-major requirement. Not restricted to students in the Honors program.

Special research or independent investigatIon for advanced undergraduates. Involves research and writing a thesis.

Basic principles of genetics, molecular and cell biology, and physiology as applied to the mechanisms of disease and repair processes in the nervous system. Topics include established concepts and areas of current research on chronic neurodegenerative, synaptic, and demyelinating disorders, acute trauma and cerebrovascular disorders, and plasticity and repair.