BIOL 250 - Vertebrate Endocrinology

Credits: 3

Prerequisite: BIOL 111 and BIOL 113 This course provides an introduction to the scientific study of the endocrine system, including exploration of chemoregulatory mechanisms in vertebrates and examination of biochemical, cellular, and physiological aspects of hormone action. In-class exercises focus on developing written and verbal scientific communication skills, as well as in-depth analysis of primary literature.