This lecture and laboratory course presents the structure and function of human cells and tissues in the context of modern molecular cell biology. The overall goal is to encourage students to (1) develop a conceptual understanding of the functions of human cells and tissues in lecture and (2) develop a visual and spatial appreciation of the structures of human cells and tissues in the laboratory.

William Dunn, PhD

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• Spring 2026

Semesters Offered: Spring

This Medical Human Embryology course is designed to provide the understanding of the anatomical relationships of major structures within the thorax, abdomen, head/neck, and back/limbs regions of the body. Congenital malformations associated with given organ systems will also be discussed.

Lauren Butaric, PhD

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• Spring 2026

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• PhD in Anatomical Science Education
• Master's Degree in Medical Anatomy & Physiology
• Graduate Certificate in Medical Human Anatomy

Medical Human Anatomy will be taught using a combined regional and systemic approach to examine the relationships and organization of the major structures within the thorax, abdomen, head/neck, and back/limbs regions of the human body. Organization of human anatomy is correlated with diagnostic imaging and pathophysiology. Medical-based scenarios will be used to develop “problem solving” and “critical thinking” skills.

Daniel Topping, MD

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• Spring 2026

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• PhD in Anatomical Science Education
• Master's Degree in Medical Anatomy & Physiology
• Master's Degree in Anatomical Sciences Education
• Graduate Certificate in Anatomical Sciences Education
• Graduate Certificate in Medical Human Anatomy
• Graduate Certificate in Medical Anatomy and Physiology

The Medical Anatomy Laboratory is a study of human anatomy using regional and systemic approaches to examine the relationships and organization of the major structures within the body. There will be extensive use of images of human dissection combined with diagnostic imaging and pathophysiology.

Daniel Topping, MD

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• Spring 2026

Semesters Offered: All

• PhD in Anatomical Science Education
• Master's Degree in Anatomical Sciences Education
• Graduate Certificate in Medical Anatomy and Physiology

The Medical Anatomy by Diagnostic Imaging course will be taught using a systematic approach to visualize the organization of the major structures within the thorax, abdomen, head/neck, and back/limbs regions of the human body. Anatomical imaging will be correlated to transverse, sagittal, and coronal human sections. Medical-based scenarios will be used to promote retention and recall.

Lauren Butaric, PhD

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• Spring 2026

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• PhD in Anatomical Science Education

Medical Histology will cover the microscopic structure and function of human cells and tissues that make up the organ systems. The organization of cells and tissues are correlated with diagnostic imaging (e.g., electron microscopy and immunohistochemistry) of normal and pathologic tissues. Clinical exercises will be used to develop “problem solving” and “critical thinking” skills.

Augustine Vinson, PhD

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• Fall 2025

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• Master's Degree in Medical Anatomy & Physiology
• Master's Degree in Anatomical Sciences Education

This is an advanced graduate course which will provide a modern view of molecular mechanisms of tumor development. Tumor development is considered as a genetic mechanism, in that, a defect in the genomic DNA is the key event for deregulated growth of cancer cells.

Satya Narayan, PhD

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• Spring 2026

Semesters Offered: Spring

The goals of the course are to: (1) provide a foundation of the fundamental concepts related to research in aging and geriatric research, (2) develop an understanding of research methodologies commonly utilized to address aging-related research questions, and (3) to promote the ability to find and critically analyze research findings in this area.

Rui Xiao, PhD

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• Spring 2026

Semesters Offered: All

• Master’s Degree in Innovative Aging Studies
• Master's Degree in Physiology and Aging
• Graduate Certificate in Aging and Geriatric Practice

Principles of Medical Physiology teaches the functions of the human body at a level required for clinical medicine. Concepts are organized by systems: Endocrine, Cardiovascular, Respiratory, Renal, and Gastrointestinal. Additional content includes final Integrative Physiology section which applies the learned physiological principles to special situations (Pregnancy, Aging, Exercise, Stress). The courses covers normal physiology, as well as selected diseases. The ultimate goal is for students to develop an understanding of the integrated functions of the normal body and ―problem solving‖ and ―critical thinking‖ skills in evaluating clinical situations.

** This is a 6 credit comprehensive package.
(GMS6400C = GMS6405 + 6406 + 6411 + 6408 + 6415 + Integrative module)

Peter Sayeski, PhD

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• Spring 2026 - Campus Version
  Spring 2026 - Online Version

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• Graduate Certificate in Medical Physiology Cardiovascular/Renal Physiology

This course covers the functions of the renal system of the human body and renal physiology essential for clinical medicine and biomedical research. Topics include normal functions, disease mechanisms, and clinical problem-solving through lectures, research tasks, and problem sets.

Peter Sayeski, PhD

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• Spring 2026

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• Master's Degree in Medical Anatomy & Physiology

This course teaches the functions of the pulmonary system of the human body at a level required for clinical medicine and basic research in medical physiology. The course covers normal physiology, as well as selected diseases. Concepts are taught using a combination of lectures, online Research Assignments, and online problem sets. The Research Assignments are designed to help the student understand the integration of pulmonary physiology with genetics, genomics, molecular biology, and cellular physiology as a basis for a better understanding of human disease. The ultimate goal is for students to develop an understanding of the integrated functions of the normal body and “problem solving” and “critical thinking” skills in evaluating clinical situations.

Peter Sayeski, PhD

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• Spring 2026

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• Master's Degree in Medical Anatomy & Physiology

This course provides an in-depth understanding of human body functions, tailored to the needs of clinical medicine. The course is organized around the Endocrine system and covers both normal physiology and selected disease states. Its primary objective is to help students develop a comprehensive understanding of the body's integrated functions, while honing problem-solving and critical thinking skills for evaluating clinical scenarios.

Shi Jin, PhD

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• Spring 2026

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This course provides an in-depth understanding of human body functions, tailored to the needs of clinical medicine. The course is organized around the pulmonary and respiratory systems and covers both normal physiology and selected diseases. Its primary objective is to help students develop a comprehensive understanding of the body's integrated functions, while honing problem-solving and critical thinking skills for evaluating clinical scenarios.

Peter Sayeski, PhD

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• Spring 2026

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Principles of Medical Physiology teaches the functions of the human body at a level required for clinical medicine. The concepts in this course are organized by the renal system. The course covers normal physiology, as well as selected diseases. The ultimate goal is for students to develop an understanding of the integrated functions of the normal body and ―problem solving and ―critical thinking skills in evaluating clinical situations.

Peter Sayeski, PhD

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• Spring 2026

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This is an advanced graduate class, also suitable for postdoctoral students, which will expose students to in-depth discussion and understanding of several aspects of cardiovascular function, as follows: Control of cardiac development; vascular and microvascular function; baroreflex and chemoreflex control of the circulation; role of the kidney and central nervous systems in cardiovascular regulation; the maternal and fetal circulation in normal pregnancy; use of gene therapy tools in cardiovascular research. The teaching faculty is drawn from a wide range of disciplines and all are actively involved in research in their areas of expertise.

Peter Sayeski, PhD

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• Spring 2026

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• Graduate Certificate in Medical Physiology Cardiovascular/Renal Physiology

This course provides an in-depth understanding of human body functions, tailored to the needs of clinical medicine. The course is organized around the cardiovascular and muscle systems and covers both normal physiology and selected diseases. Its primary objective is to help students develop a comprehensive understanding of the body's integrated functions, while honing problem-solving and critical thinking skills for evaluating clinical scenarios.

Peter Sayeski, PhD

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• Spring 2026

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This is an advanced graduate class, also suitable for postdoctoral students, which will expose students to important, current aspects of Hypertension research.

Michelle Gumz, PhD

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• Spring 2026

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• Graduate Certificate in Medical Physiology Cardiovascular/Renal Physiology

This is an advanced graduate class, also suitable for postdoctoral students, which will expose students to several aspects of kidney function, as follows: Physiological control of glomerular filtration and glomerular function in renal disease; regulation of renal sodium excretion; morphology of renal transporters; renal mechanisms of acid---base balance; the renal physiologic responses to normal pregnancy. The teaching faculty is drawn from a wide range of disciplines, and all are actively involved in research on their areas of expertise.

Peter Sayeski, PhD

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• Spring 2026

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• Graduate Certificate in Medical Physiology Cardiovascular/Renal Physiology

Principles of Medical Physiology teaches the functions of the human body at a level required for clinical medicine. The concepts in this course are organized by the gastrointestinal system. The course covers normal physiology, as well as selected diseases. The ultimate goal is for students to develop an understanding of the integrated functions of the normal body and ―problem solving and ―critical thinking skills in evaluating clinical situations.

Shi Jin, PhD

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• Spring 2026

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Medical Endocrinology and Reproduction (GMS6419) teaches the functions of the endocrine and reproductive systems of human body at a level required for clinical medicine and basic research in medical physiology. The course covers normal physiology, as well as selected diseases. Concepts are taught using a combination of lectures, online research assignments, and online problem sets. The research assignments are designed to help the student understand the integration of cardiovascular physiology with genetics, genomics, molecular biology, and cellular physiology as a basis for a better understanding of human disease. The ultimate goal is for students to develop an understanding of the integrated functions of the normal body and “problem solving” and “critical thinking” skills in evaluating clinical situations.

Shi Jin, PhD

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• Spring 2026

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• Graduate Certificate in Medical Physiology
• Graduate Certificate in Medical Anatomy and Physiology

This course covers topics in cell biology with emphasis on areas of current interest in the cell biology research community. This course is primarily designed for graduate students seeking advanced degrees (e.g., MS, PhD, or MD/PhD).

Satya Narayan, PhD

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• Spring 2026

Semesters Offered: Spring

• Master's in Molecular Cell Biology

Fundamentals of Medical Physiology (GMS6440) teaches the basic functions of the human body at a level required for clinical medicine and basic research in medical physiology. This is an introductory course to be taken before or simultaneous with courses on specific organ systems physiology.

Tanja Taivassalo, PhD

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• Spring 2026

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• Master's Degree in Medical Anatomy & Physiology
• Master's Degree in Physiology and Aging
• Master's Degree in Physiology and Pharmacology
• Graduate Certificate in Medical Physiology
• Graduate Certificate in Medical Anatomy and Physiology

This course covers a quantitative understanding of atmospheric, alveolar, and blood gas pressures, as well as
quantitative understanding of oxygen carriage in blood and alterations in blood chemistry that result from changes in blood gases. Particular attention is paid to building an understanding of these concepts as
defined in theoretical models as developed by theoretical physiologists.

Peter Sayeski, PhD

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• Spring 2026

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Physiology is the study of how the body functions. This course will focus on the “Core Principles of Physiology,” and their application to forming research questions. These principles are homeostasis, evolution, structure/function relationships, communication, causal mechanisms, levels of organization, and matter/energy transfer. We will apply these principles to 4 specific areas of physiological research: 1)Single Gene Mutation Disorders, 2) Homeostasis and Circadian Rhythms, 3) Renal and RespiratoryRegulation, and 4) Cell, Tissue and Systems Aging.

Andrew Liu, PhD

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• Spring 2026

Semesters Offered: Spring

• Ph.D. in Biomedical Science with a Concentration in Physiology & Functional Genomics

Medical Cardiovascular and Muscle Physiology (GMS6474) teaches the functions of muscle and the cardiovascular system of human body at a level required for clinical medicine and basic research in medical physiology. The course covers normal physiology, as well as selected diseases. Concepts are taught using a combination of lectures, functional genomics research assignments, online problem sets, and discussion prompts. The problem sets and discussions are designed to test your knowledge of the lectures, and keep you on a comfortable pace with the large amount of content. The research assignments are designed to help the student understand the integration of cardiovascular physiology with genetics, genomics, molecular biology, and cellular physiology as a basis for a better understanding of human disease.

Augustine Vinson, PhD

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• Spring 2026

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• Master's Degree in Medical Anatomy & Physiology
• Master's Degree in Physiology and Aging
• Master's Degree in Physiology and Pharmacology
• Graduate Certificate in Medical Physiology
• Graduate Certificate in Medical Anatomy and Physiology