Cellular physiology examines in detail how physical and molecular principles apply to the function of cells and how this relates to the function of tissues and organs, and ultimately to the whole body. This unit focuses on quantitative descriptions of membrane transport and electrical phenomena, cell signaling and regulation of force in smooth and skeletal muscle. Relevance to disease is highlighted. Laboratory classes are undertaken to ensure students obtain an understanding of hands-on investigative approaches to the solving of scientific problems using isolated cells, tissues and whole animal preparations. Students also gain experience in hypothesis-driven experimental design and... -- Course Website
Instructor: Associate Professor Tony Bakker
Prerequisites: PHYL2002 Physiology of Cells or PHYL2245 Physiology of Cells or Biomedical Science major Level 2 units
