The purpose of this course is to help students understand the admissions process for postbaccalaureate programs in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, and other health professional programs. This is accomplished by discussing the variety of healthcare professions available and assisting the student in the skills necessary to be a successful candidate (interviewing skills, writing a personal statement, creating a resume, and selecting an appropriate professional school).

Credits: 1

This course focuses on developing skills and techniques to effectively communicate scientific research findings to non-specialist populations. Emphasis will be placed on practicing translating scientific data and related implications from clinical, preclinical, and basic science studies to different audiences using written and oral formats. As effective communication to non-specialist audiences is an integral part of patient care and dissemination of research findings; this course is appropriate for all Biomedical Sciences students.

Credits: 1.5

The objectives of this course are to improve critical thinking skills, introduce argumentation and argumentative writing, and to familiarize the student with some of the prominent ethical dilemmas in contemporary clinical medicine.

Credits: 2

This course focuses on the molecular and biological aspects of human viruses. Emphasis will be placed on the viral genetics, viral replication cycle, and diseases caused by members of the major virus families. Additionally, the historical significance of specific viruses will be highlighted along with current outbreaks around the globe.

Credits: 2

This course provides an introduction to the study of physical activity and its effects on human health. Emphasis will be on acute and chronic physiologic responses to various types of exercise. Human adaptations to physical activity and animal models of those human adaptations will be discussed based on reviews of current literature. For those seeking careers in the health professions or graduate school, it provides an evidence-based perspective of how physical activity impacts human health and performance.

Credits: 2

This course (consisting of lecture and workshops) introduces the principles of precision medicine, the application of genomics research and technology in the clinic. The course is taught from an applied medical perspective, keeping in mind the role of genomics and evolution in health and disease. Topics include the genomic basis of disease, cancer genomics, genomic profiling technology and analysis platforms, bioinformatics, molecular sequence analysis, multi-omics, genomic medicine, genetic counseling, and ethical issues in clinical genomics.

Credits: 2

This course provides an introduction to cancer and the biological aspects of tumor growth. Emphasis will be on the development and progression of cancer. Selected methods of cancer diagnosis and therapy will be discussed based on reviews of current literature. For those seeking careers in the health professions or graduate school, it provides perspective and foundation.

Credits: 3

This course is an introductory survey intended to provide basic understanding of the nervous system from anatomical to cellular levels. Topics of focus include nervous system development and organization, basic neuronal function, sensory perception, and pathology and treatment of prevalent neurologic/psychiatric disorders. This interdisciplinary course integrates basic concepts, in cellular biology, pharmacology, anatomy and physiology, and provides context to the most recent advances in our understanding of neuropathology.

Credits: 3

This course will expose the student to the understanding that many human illnesses and ailments are the result of the discordance between our current lifestyle and the conditions under which humans evolved. It is intended that insights gained in the course will empower the students to practice healthcare with a perspective that goes beyond the symptoms, and indeed, into the evolutionary past, in seeking answers for ailments in the patient.

Credits: 2

This course will include didactic lectures and hands-on clinical simulation experiences. It is designed to teach students the essentials of clinical dentistry before they enter dental school, easing the transition from theoretical learning to clinical application. Didactic lectures and clinical simulation modules take the student from dental morphology and occlusion through basic clinical dentistry including operative dentistry, preparations and restorations, and an introduction to digital dentistry.

Prerequisites: DAT exam or permission of course director

Credits: 1

The Advanced Topics series is an opportunity for students to receive individualized or small group instruction on advanced topics in the biomedical sciences as well as topics related to broader aspects of biomedicine, such as public health, social aspects of clinical practice, and research in basic and applied sciences. Course formats may include lecture, discussion, laboratory, workshop or other forms.

Credits: 1-3

This independent study-style course is intended to allow students to explore topics of interest not otherwise covered in the curriculum. Students must identify a faculty member to oversee and approve the independent study and meet with faculty to discuss the topic and formulate a plan of study. Students will present generalized findings at the end of the course. Usually, the course will involve an academic review of pertinent literature and the writing of a review paper.

Credits: 1-3

MICRD XXX is a one-hour graduate level course that will cover the history, development and types of vaccines, public health implications of vaccination, and societal issues associated with vaccine use. The syllabus is posted on the CANVAS site for this course. Any updates to the syllabus will be uploaded to CANVAS and will take precedence. The Uniform Course Policies for the Basic Sciences document is also posted on the CANVAS site and takes precedence over this syllabus.

Credits: 1