PMCOL 475 - Signal Transduction Systems as Pharmacological Targets

3 units (fi 6)(EITHER, 3-0-0)

Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry

This course explores the intricate world of signal transduction mechanisms and their potential as pharmacological targets. Students will discover the complex networks that regulate cellular functions, including how signals are transmitted and interpreted by cells to control processes like growth, metabolism, and apoptosis. The course will provide an in-depth analysis of how these pathways can be modulated for therapeutic purposes, highlighting their relevance in treating various diseases such as cancer, and neurodegenerative disorders. Prerequisites: PMCOL 343 and 344 or ZOOL 342 or NEURO 371 or PHYSL 371 or consent of the instructor. In the case of over-subscription, preference will be given to students enrolled in Pharmacology BSc degree programs.