CBA 595H - Problems in the Biology of Complex Diseases

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University of Arizona

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Description: Complex diseases (CDs: e.g., asthma, allergy, COPD, obesity, inflammatory bowel disease, hypertension, coronary artery disease, diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sclerosis, schizophrenia) are the next major challenge in human biology because they are at the same time unique, common and difficult to decipher. The complexity of CDs lies in their pathogenesis, in which a constellation of environmental and genetic factors interact in intricate ways to alter biological thresholds and response patterns, modifying disease susceptibility. Since both genes and environmental exposures contribute to CDs, the biological pathways involved in CD pathogenesis depend on the genetic background of a given population and the specific environment to which that population is exposed. Hence, asthma, obesity and hypertension in Arizona may not be the same as asthma, obesity and hypertension in Iceland. Grading: Regular or alternative grades can be awarded for this course: A B C D E or S P C D E. Identical to: GENE 595H, MCB 595H. Usually offered: Spring.

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2.00 - 3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.arizona.edu

Phone Number:

(520) 621-2211

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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