Eukaryotic Signal Transduction

3 Credits

Signal transduction between cells of multicellular eukaryotic organisms examined in the context of specialized functions that include: nutrition, hormones and neurotransmitters, vision, muscle contraction, adhesion, and the immune system. The evolution of cancer based on mutations in these signaling systems. Prerequisites: BIOS 367 or BIOS 372 or CHM 372 or BIOS 382 or BIOS 365 Attribute/Distribution: W