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| ANSC 53700 - Adipocyte Biology |
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Credit Hours: 3.00. This course will provide the student with a conceptual background in the development of adipose tissue and its biological function with emphasis on the endocrine and immunologic aspects of the adipocyte. Differences between species will be emphasized where possible. Typically offered Spring.
3.000 Credit hours Syllabus Available Levels: Undergraduate, Graduate, Professional Schedule Types: Lecture Offered By: College of Agriculture Department: Animal Sciences Course Attributes: Upper Division May be offered at any of the following campuses: West Lafayette Learning Outcomes: 1. Discuss the development ontogeny of adipose tissue formation. 2. Discuss the role of adipose tissue in energy balance. 3. Discuss the role of adipose tissue in the regulation of immune function. 4. Understand the role of the extracellular matrix in adipose tissue in the regulation of adipocyte development. 5. Have a better understanding of adipose tissue role in cancer susceptibility. 6. Have a better understanding of the impact of phytochemicals in the regulation of obesity and adipocyte function. Restrictions: May not be enrolled as the following Classifications: Sophomore: 45 - 59 hours Sophomore: 30 - 44 hours Freshman: 0 - 14 hours Freshman: 15 - 29 hours Prerequisites: GR-ANSC 53700 Requisites General Requirements: ( Student Attribute: GR May not be taken concurrently. ) or ( Course or Test: ANSC 23000 Minimum Grade of D- May not be taken concurrently. and Course or Test: BCHM 30700 Minimum Grade of D- May not be taken concurrently. ) |
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