FISIOLOGIA E ANATOMIAModule FISIOLOGIA
Academic Year 2023/2024 - Teacher: NUNZIO VICARIOExpected Learning Outcomes
The lectures of this course aims at providing the knowledge of the functions of organs and systems of the human body and at analyzing the general principles underlying their physiological functions, control and integration.
Course Structure
Frontal lectures. If the course will be delivered via distance learning or mixed, the appropriate changes with respect to what was stated may be introduced in order to deliver the entire program reported in the syllabus.
Required Prerequisites
Basic elements of chemistry, physics, biology and human anatomy.
Attendance of Lessons
Mandatory, according to the regulations of the Degree Course.
Detailed Course Content
Introduction to physiology
Homeostasis - Molecular Interactions - Cells and Tissues
Metabolism and communication: Membrane and cellular communication - Transport and Energy
Molecular and cellular physiology of the nervous system
Cells of the nervous system: Nerve cells - Glial cells - Action potential
Ion channels: Systematics - Structure and function - Channel types - Selectivity e modulation
Receptors and signal transduction: Principles of communication - Neurotransmitters - Receptors e Signal transduction
Central nervous system Neuronal network - Brain - Spinal cord - Cerebral functions
Sensory physiology: receptors, somatic and visceral sensitivity - Hearing - Balance - Vision - Taste and smell
Autonomic nervous system and somatic motor system
Central nervous functions and autonomic functions
Muscle and motor control
Striated muscle and smooth muscle
Voluntary movement
Integrated reflexes and motion control
Cardiovascular function and physiology: Pressure - Volume - Blood Flow - Resistance
The heart and mechanical cycle - electrical phenomena - circulation
Blood Vessels and Cardiovascular Control - The blood
Respiration and gas exchange and alveolus - mechanics of breathing
Transport and diffusion of gases - Control of ventilation and alveolar blood flow
Kidneys and electrolyte control - pH control
The nephron structure and functions
Hydro-electrolytic homeostasis - Control of osmolarity and volume
Excretion and clearance - Urination
Functioning of intra- and extra-cellular pH control mechanisms
Digestion - metabolism - thermoregulation
Functioning and phases of digestion
Energy balance and homeostatic control of insulin-glucagon metabolism
Thermogenesis - body temperature and metabolic adaptations
Endocrine and reproduction
Principles and functions of adrenal glucocorticoids, thyroid hormones, growth hormone
Calcium homeostasis
Male and female reproductive system and hormonal control
Homeostasis - Molecular Interactions - Cells and Tissues
Metabolism and communication: Membrane and cellular communication - Transport and Energy
Molecular and cellular physiology of the nervous system
Cells of the nervous system: Nerve cells - Glial cells - Action potential
Ion channels: Systematics - Structure and function - Channel types - Selectivity e modulation
Receptors and signal transduction: Principles of communication - Neurotransmitters - Receptors e Signal transduction
Central nervous system Neuronal network - Brain - Spinal cord - Cerebral functions
Sensory physiology: receptors, somatic and visceral sensitivity - Hearing - Balance - Vision - Taste and smell
Autonomic nervous system and somatic motor system
Central nervous functions and autonomic functions
Muscle and motor control
Striated muscle and smooth muscle
Voluntary movement
Integrated reflexes and motion control
Cardiovascular function and physiology: Pressure - Volume - Blood Flow - Resistance
The heart and mechanical cycle - electrical phenomena - circulation
Blood Vessels and Cardiovascular Control - The blood
Respiration and gas exchange and alveolus - mechanics of breathing
Transport and diffusion of gases - Control of ventilation and alveolar blood flow
Kidneys and electrolyte control - pH control
The nephron structure and functions
Hydro-electrolytic homeostasis - Control of osmolarity and volume
Excretion and clearance - Urination
Functioning of intra- and extra-cellular pH control mechanisms
Digestion - metabolism - thermoregulation
Functioning and phases of digestion
Energy balance and homeostatic control of insulin-glucagon metabolism
Thermogenesis - body temperature and metabolic adaptations
Endocrine and reproduction
Principles and functions of adrenal glucocorticoids, thyroid hormones, growth hormone
Calcium homeostasis
Male and female reproductive system and hormonal control
Textbook Information
- Human physiology: an integrated approach. 8 ed. Author: Silverthorn - Ed. Pearson
Course Planning
| Subjects | Text References | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to physiology | Recommended textbooks |
| 2 | Molecular and cellular physiology of the nervous syste | Recommended textbooks |
| 3 | Ion channels: Systematics - Structure and function | Recommended textbooks |
| 4 | Receptors and signal transduction | Recommended textbooks |
| 5 | Physiology of the Central Nervous System | Recommended textbooks |
| 6 | Sensory physiology | Recommended textbooks |
| 7 | Striated muscle and smooth muscle - motor control | Recommended textbooks |
| 8 | Cardiovascular function and physiology | Recommended textbooks |
| 9 | Respiration and gas exchange | Recommended textbooks |
| 10 | Kidneys and electrolyte control | Recommended textbooks |
| 11 | H control - Hydro-electrolytic homeostasis - Control of osmolarity and volume | Recommended textbooks |
| 12 | Digestion - metabolism - thermoregulation | Recommended textbooks |
| 13 | Energy balance and homeostatic control of insulin-glucagon metabolism | Recommended textbooks |
| 14 | Endocrine | Recommended textbooks |
| 15 | Male and female reproductive system and hormonal control | Recommended textbooks |
Learning Assessment
Learning Assessment Procedures
The final test consists of an oral test that the student can take in one of the sessions on the calendar. In itinere tests are foreseen in order to detect the effectiveness of the learning and teaching processes. The final assessment and learning checks can also be carried out using distance learning platforms, should the conditions require it.
Examples of frequently asked questions and / or exercises
Characteristics and mechanism of contraction of smooth muscle, striated muscle and heart muscle.
Describe the properties of excitable cells. The action potential and synapses.
Calcium homeostasis.
Language and acquisition of the principles of the discipline will be taken into account.
Describe the properties of excitable cells. The action potential and synapses.
Calcium homeostasis.
Language and acquisition of the principles of the discipline will be taken into account.