Metabolic Biochemistry I
Bioquímica Metabólica I
Curse code:9554202
Maria Fernanda de Mesquita
Learning outcomes of the curricular unit:
The aim of this CU is established a bridge between several disciplines such as Biochemistry and Physiology. The second objective is learning the molecular functioning of human body and prepared the students for next program course oriented to Nutritional Sciences.
It is intended to provide students a critical spirit by a dynamic interdependence between organs and systems.
The CU also has the skills: being able to do analysis and synthesis in the preparation and papers presentation. Being able to work in the group. Being able to understand the functioning of the human body.
Syllabus:
- Cell signaling by chemical messengers.
- Endocrine system.
- Macro and micronutrients.
- Biochemistry of digestion and absorption of nutrients.
- Regulatory peptides from gut and pancreas.
- Lipoprotein and metabolism.
- Hypothalamic-pituitary system as a key element of hormonal regulation.
- Hormones and hypothalamic factors involved.
- Peptide groups and glycoprotein derived from pro-opiomelanocortin as pituitary hormones.
- Posterior pituitary: ADH and Oxytocin.
- Thyroid gland.
- Relevant aspects of the metabolism of iodine.
- Suprarenal cortex and medulla: synthesis, actions, metabolism and degradation.
- Sex glands: their diversity in man and woman.
- Overview of intermediary metabolism.
Suggested Bibliography:
- Murray RK, Bender DA, Botham KM, Kennelly PJ, Rodwell VW & Weil PA (2012) Harper’s Illustrated Biochemistry, 29th ed., Appleton and Lange. ISBN-10: 007176576X
- Garrow JS, James WPT & Ralph A (2000) Human Nutrition and Dietetics, 10th ed., Churchill Livingstone. ISBN 0443 05627