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Modul MZ5117-KP06

Frontiers in Metabolic Medicine Research (FronMet)

Duration:


1 Semester
Turnus of offer:


each winter semester
Credit points:


6
Course of studies, specific field and terms:
  • Master Molecular Life Science 2023 (optional subject), life sciences, 1st semester
  • Master MLS 2018 (optional subject), cell biology, 1st semester
  • Master MLS 2016 (optional subject), cell biology, 1st semester
Classes and lectures:
  • Frontiers in Metabolic Medicine Research (seminar, 2 SWS)
  • Frontiers in Metabolic Medicine Research (lecture, 2 SWS)
Workload:
  • 60 Hours in-classroom work
  • 120 Hours private studies
Contents of teaching:
  • Central adipose regulation
  • Thyroid hormones
  • Central adipokine action
  • Cancer metabolism
  • Chronometabolism
  • Nutrient barriers (GI tract)
  • Adipokin
Qualification-goals/Competencies:
  • Students know some current themes in metabolic physiology and medicine
  • They are familiar with experimental approaches to researching metabolic processes.
  • They have a basic understanding of the molecular mechanisms of metabolic diseases.
  • They are able to plan experimental approaches to investigate metabolism-related questions and have the ability to critically interpret the results of such studies
Grading through:
  • written exam
Responsible for this module:
Teachers:
Literature:
  • Keith N. Frayn: Metabolic Regulation: A Human Perspective - Wiley-Blackwell, ISBN:978-1-4051-8359-8
  • : Research and review papers
Language:
  • English
Notes:

Prerequisites for the module:
- none (basic knowledge of physiology and biochemistry is expected)

Prerequisites for admission to the written examination:
- active participation in discussions

Module exam:
- MZ5117-L1: Frontiers in Metabolic Medicine Research, written exam, 60 min, 100 % module grade

Letzte Änderung:
6.8.2025