Introduce students to human metabolism, including general concepts and key principles; Develop understanding of metabolic regulation at a cellular level; Develop understanding of how different metabolic pathways integrate to meet overall needs; Develop critical awareness of the impact metabolic abnormalities on health and disease; Gain experience in interpreting and evaluating clinical data in the diagnosis and management of disease.
A) Explain the key mechanisms & pathways of metabolic regulation B) Analyse the key principles of homeostatic control of metabolism C) Explain the key metabolic abnormalities and in-born errors of metabolism D) Critically discuss the impact of metabolic abnormalities on health and disease
This module is taught via 10 formal lectures in 10 weeks, 1 week literature reading/workshop, and 1 week field practical demonstrations. Workshops and practical sessions will be used to expand on theoretical principles and material covered by lectures and in the prerequisite modules. Practical elements will incorporate laboratory and/or field-based work as appropriate. You will be expected to actively engage with and contribute to these sessions.