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MOLECULAR AND CELLULAR PRINCIPLES IN PHARMACOLOGY

PHMSCI 581
Course Description

In-depth introduction to the molecular and cellular principles of pharmacology. Emphasis on the mechanisms of drug and small molecule action in cells, with a focus on downstream signaling pathways, second messenger systems, protein kinase cascades, and the regulation of gene transcription.

Prerequisties

Declared in Pharmacology and Toxicology BS, BIOCHEM 508 , PATH 404 , and (ANAT&PHY 335 , ANAT&PHY 435 , or BIOCORE 486 )

Satisfies

This course does not satisfy any prerequisites.

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