ABio 343 - Evolutionary Biology and Human Health ????

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SUNY at Albany

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Description:

This course illustrates the importance and utility of evolutionary perspectives on various topics related to human health.? In addition to the "how" questions, this course also introduces the "why" questions.? Various evolutionary hypotheses are examined.? Arguments for and counter-arguments against each hypothesis are presented to foster understanding of each topic.? Selected topics include infectious diseases, pathogen virulence, allergy/asthma, mental health/addiction, genetic disorders, diseases of civilization, sex, pregnancy, and aging. Prerequisite(s): A course in genetics.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.albany.edu

Phone Number:

(518) 442-3300

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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