500 Molecular Pharmacology and Toxicology I (4, Fa) This is the first part of a two-semester introductory and survey course for the molecular pharmacology and toxicology degree program. Prerequisite: knowledge of biochemistry.
501 Molecular Pharmacology and Toxicology II (4, Sp) The second part of the two-semester course covers the general aspects of molecular pharmacology and toxicology on the basis of biochemical, molecular, biological and environmental approaches. Prerequisite: MPTX 500.
594abz Master's Thesis (2-2-0, FaSpSm) Credit on acceptance of thesis. Graded IP/CR/NC.
599 Special Topics (2-4, max 8) Special topics in Molecular Pharmacology and Toxicology.
602 Science, Research and Ethics (2, Fa) A discussion of the unique technological and philosophical issues that challenge modern scientists and a discernment of ethical responses to those challenges.
603 Molecular Mechanisms for Biological Signals (3, Fa) Biological mechanisms of hormone, neuro-transmitter, growth factor and xenobiotic actions from ligand-receptor interactions, signal transductions, modification processes to regulation of gene expression and cellular growth. Prerequisite: knowledge of physiology and biochemistry.
605 Toxicology of Oxidants and Free Radicals (2, Sp) The chemistry, biochemistry, and physiology of oxygen and the biochemical mechanism of tissue-specific oxygen toxicity. Prerequisite: knowledge of biochemistry.
606 Pulmonary Toxicology (2, 2 years, Sp) Current concepts of inhalation toxicology and toxic mechanisms leading to lung injury. Lectures include basic pulmonary anatomy and physiology. Prerequisite: knowledge of biochemistry.
607 Special Topics in Molecular Pharmacology and Toxicology (2)
700 Seminar in Molecular Pharmacology and Toxicology (1, max 8, FaSp) Contemporary advances in molecular pharmacology and toxicology research. Registration required during each year of residency.
790 Research (1-12, FaSpSm) Research leading to the doctorate. Maximum units which may be applied to the degree to be determined by the department. Graded CR/NC.
794abcdz Doctoral Dissertation (2-2-2-2-0, FaSpSm) Credit on acceptance of dissertation. Graded IP/CR/NC.
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