Pharmacology of Chronic Diseases and Ageing

Uitgebreide vaknaam	Pharmacology of Chronic Diseases and Ageing
Leerdoelen	At the end of the course, the student is able to: 1. be familiar with the main basic principles in pharmacology of aging diseases 2. explain concepts of molecular cellular signalling 3. have knowledge of the underlying mechanisms that play a role in the functioning of the heart, lungs, and CNS e.g. the brain in relation to behaviour, health and disease. 4. have knowledge on scientific research, how to be critical, interpret data and communicate it. 5. understand and explain how and why a number of diseases, such as Alzheimers, COPD, high blood pressure and asthma, could be treated by using pharmacological interventions. 6. Are able to apply qualitative, quantitative and statistical techniques in pharmaceutical research 7. Are able to define a specific pharmaceutical research question, develop hypotheses and articulate explanations 8. Are able to read, understand and critically assess pharmaceutical and biomedical professional literature, perform a review of the literature and critically assess relevant publications. 9. Are able to make an essential contribution to a scientific discussion. 10. Are able to a form, and defend, well-reasoned opinions.
Omschrijving	The course includes introduction to hallmarks of aging and the contribution of physiology and pharmacology to aging related diseases. It covers basic knowledge of various physiological, immunological and pharmacological concepts and principles. The following are among the topics that will be addressed during the PCDA lectures: -Chronic diseases of aging, scientific research understanding, critiquing of research, presentation and interpretation of research questions and data, communication, integrative physiology, pharmacological principles, receptors, molecular signalling pathways, the central and peripheral nervous systems, brain functions, the cardiovascular system, respiratory system, and an understanding of the immune system and its contribution to age-related diseases. Importantly pharmacological treatment will be discussed.
Uren per week	variabel
Onderwijsvorm	Hoorcollege (LC), Opdracht (ASM), Werkcollege (T) (Lectures 40 hrs, Tutorials 20 hrs, Assignment 80 hrs.)
Toetsvorm	Opdracht (AST), Presentatie (P), Verslag (R) (The assessment will be based on participation during the tutorials i.e. journal club, and a grade will also be given towards a written editorial on a topic selected by the student and another grade towards a presentation that will be given by the student on said editorial. All grades will be out of 10. Percentage of the grades will be 40% Journal club/presentations, 40% editorials, 20% lectures.)
Vaksoort	bachelor en master
Coördinator	dr. H.A. Baarsma
Docent(en)	dr. H.A. Baarsma ,Prof. Dr. A.M. Dolga ,prof. dr. R. Gosens ,prof. dr. B.N. Melgert , A.M. Sabogal Guaqueta, MSc. ,Prof. Dr. M. Schmidt , M. Trombetta Lima
Entreevoorwaarden
Opmerkingen	This course has a capacity of 20 bachelor students. Students that also chose the other electives from the basic unit Molecular Pharmacology take precedence.
Opgenomen in	Opleiding Jaar Periode Type BSc Farmacie  (hoofdprogramma) 3 semester II b keuzegroep