Physiology Research

Catalog description

Several faculty members, led by our Chairman, Dr. L.G. Navar, are investigating the role of the kidney and blood vessels in the pathophysiology of hypertension. Students will be exposed to various experimental approaches used in the study of renal function, hemodynamics, tubular transport processes, and fluid and electrolyte regulation. Student can learn techniques for the evaluation of renal function, renal tubule reabsorption, and vascular responses to different antihypertensive drugs, as well as the expression and regulation of genes involved in hypertension. Basic methodological approaches also will be covered in a systematic manner. The remainder of the student's time will be spent in one or more laboratories of participating faculty.