BIOC 6033 - Cell Signaling Mechanisms

Course Director: Dr. Jean Jiang

Semester(s) Offered: Spring

Credits: 2

Course Description:

This course covers the molecular mechanisms of action of various extracellular mediators including hormones, neurotransmitters, growth factors, cytokines, etc. and cell signaling events. Several areas will be discussed including (1) mechanisms of mediator synthesis, (2) interaction of mediators with specific receptors, (3) modulation by mediators of various second messenger systems including cyclic nucleotides, inositol phospholipids, calcium, protein phosphorylation, ion flux, etc. and (4) intra- and inter-cellular mechanism for regulating mediator action.