BIOL 117. Trends in Pharmacology

Pharmacology investigates the mechanisms of drug effects from the molecular level to the whole animal. We will examine the mode of action of drugs, learn about drug design and development, xenobiotic metabolism and the cellular and organismal responses to drug exposure. Students will explore the field of pharmacology through student-driven discussion of primary leterature. Topics will encompass landmark pharmacology papers as well as new approach methds.
Prerequisite: STAT 011, CHEM 010, and one of the following: CHEM 038, BIOL 014, BIOL 020, BIOL 022, BIOL 027, or with permission of instructor.
Natural sciences and engineering.
1 credit.
Catalog chapter: Biology
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