This course will examine the principles of signal transduction including reception, cascades, and cytoplasmic/nuclear responses. Emphasis is placed on physiological and pathological signaling in select diseases including diabetes, inflammation, and cancer. Students will hone key skills including scientific communication and critical analysis of primary literature. Prerequisites: Two of BIOL 2015, BIOL 2065, BIOL 2245, BIOL 3853, or permission of the instructor. |