Topics in Oral Biology IV

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This course includes lecture series on the basic principles of disease, relevant morphological and biochemical features, and the underlying mechanism at the cellular, subcellular, and molecular level. The course is composed of three blocks: I. Molecular Pathology; II. Mechanisms in Normal and Abnormal Cell Proliferation; III. Normal and Abnormal Craniofacial Development. Specific topics include advanced concepts of disease at the cellular and subcellular level, to include principles and basic mechanisms of cell injury, inflammation, signal transduction, carcinogenesis, oncogenes, and neoplasia. Concepts of craniofacial development are discussed from genetic and embryological perspectives. An overview of current corrective measures, potential genetic therapies, and ethical considerations are also addressed. Lecture Hours: 2 Contact Hours: 1 Repeatability: May not be repeated for credit. Grade Mode: Normal, Audit Degree Restrictions: Doctor of Philosophy Program Restrictions: DPHIL_UNDCL-Biomedical Sciences Undeclared Schedule Type (Primary): Lecture Click here for the Schedule of Classes.