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Anatomy and Cell Biology (M)
Anatomy and Cell Biology 2221 - Functional Human Anatomy
The musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, respiratory, nervous, digestive, excretory, and reproductive systems with emphasis on locomotion and function.
Antirequisite(s): Anatomy and Cell Biology 3319
Prerequisite(s): Grade 12U Biology (SBI4U) or equivalent.
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Extra Information: 2 lecture hours, 2 laboratory hours, 1.0 course.
For students in the BSc Degree in Kinesiology.
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Anatomy and Cell Biology 3309 - Mammalian Histology
A detailed study of the cellular and microscopic structure of the various tissues and organ systems of the body, with emphasis on man and other mammals used in medical research. Systems are examined stressing the relations of structure to function.
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Prerequisite(s): Registration in third or fourth year. Note: This course is recommended for students with a background in introductory biology
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Extra Information: 2 lecture hours, 3 laboratory hours, 1.0 course.
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Anatomy and Cell Biology 3319 - Systemic Human Anatomy
A description of the structure of the organ-systems of the human body: the nervous system and special senses, musculoskeletal, circulatory, respiratory, digestive, urinary and reproductive systems.
Antirequisite(s): Anatomy and Cell Biology 2221.
Prerequisite(s): Biology 2382B and registration in third or fourth year of a module offered by one of the Basic Medical Science departments or the Department of Biology.
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Extra Information: 2 lecture hours, 1 demonstration hour, 1.0 course
This is not a laboratory course.
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Anatomy and Cell Biology 4410A - Discovery-Based Cell Biology I
This course focuses on advanced cell biological principles and the research pathways that lead to new discoveries in cytoskeletal regulation and cancer cell biology. Students will examine the controversial social/ethical parameters that guide bench-to-bedside experimentation and clinical translation, and will be trained in effective verbal and written scientific presentations.
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Prerequisite(s): One of Biology 3316A/B or Physiology 3140A with a minimum mark of 70%, or Anatomy and Cell Biology 3309 with a minimum mark of 75%. The preferred prerequisite is one of Biology 3316A/B or Physiology 3140A.
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Extra Information: 3 lecture hours, 0.5 course
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Anatomy and Cell Biology 4411B - Discovery-Based Cell Biology II
This course focuses on cell signalling diseases, cell specialization, stem cells, cloning and the cell biology of aging. Students will be trained in effective verbal and written scientific presentations.
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Prerequisite(s): One of Biology 3316A/B or Physiology 3140A with a minimum mark of 70%, or Anatomy and Cell Biology 3309 with a minimum mark of 75%. The preferred prerequisite is one of Biology 3316A/B or Physiology 3140A.
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Extra Information: 3 lecture hours,  0.5 course
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Anatomy and Cell Biology 4429A - Advanced Medical Cell Biology
The study of the molecules and functions common to mammalian cells, the specializations that make differentiated cells distinct, and the diseases that result from the dysregulation or loss of these cellular functions. This course will cover cellular organization, biogenesis of organelles, cellular growth and differentiation from an experimental perspective.
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Prerequisite(s): Either Biology 3316A/B or Physiology 3140A, with a minimum mark of 70%.
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Extra Information: 2 lecture hours, 1 tutorial hour, 0.5 course.
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Anatomy and Cell Biology 4451F/G - Integrative Neuroscience
This course focuses on the link between cellular/molecular mechanisms in the brain and behaviour. Topics include fundamental brain functions such as learning and memory, circadian rhythms and sleep, sexual behavior, motivation and reward, addiction, fear and anxiety, pain, stress, and the neurobiology of neurological and neuropsychiatric disorders.
Antirequisite(s): The former Anatomy and Cell Biology 4451A.
Prerequisite(s): Physiology 3120 or 3140A.
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Extra Information: 2 lecture hours, 2 laboratory hours, 0.5 course.
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Anatomy and Cell Biology 4452A/B - Neurobiology of Mental Illness
An introduction to common mental health disorders focusing on anatomical, clinical, biological, genetic and epidemiological aspects of psychiatric disorders including schizophrenia, addiction, depression, phobias, panic/anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, OCD, paranoia, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, suicide and autism. In addition to lectures and tutorials, students will debate important ethical issues in psychiatry.
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Extra Information: 2 lecture hours, 2 tutorial hours, 0.5 course.
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Anatomy and Cell Biology 4461B - Translational Models of Cancer
This course introduces main cancer types in terms of histology, prognosis, biomarkers, imaging, and sites of metastasis. The role of translational research models in the development of disease-specific diagnostic tools and treatment modalities will be emphasized.
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Prerequisite(s): Either Anatomy and Cell Biology 3309 or Pathology 3240A.
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Extra Information: 1 lecture hour, 2 lecture/tutorial hours per week, 0.5 course.
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Anatomy and Cell Biology 4480E - Research Project and Seminar
The course consists of: lectures on laboratory safety, biosafety, use of animals in research, scientific integrity; an independent research project (topic and advisor chosen by consultation between student and faculty); scientific communication.
Antirequisite(s): Biochemistry 4483E, 4485E, the former 4480E, 4491E, Microbiology and Immunology 4970E.
Prerequisite(s): Biochemistry 3381A and 3382A with marks in each of at least 70%; either Biochemistry 3380G or Biology 3326F/G with a mark of at least 70%. Enrolment is limited and available only to students in the Year 4 of either an Honors Specialization in Biochemistry and Cell Biology or an Honors Specialization in Medical Cell Biology.
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Extra Information: 15 hours per week, 1.5 courses.
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Academic Calendar 2015 UNDERGRADUATE COURSE INFORMATION Anatomy and Cell Biology (M)
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