NS 6310
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Classes
NS 6310
Course Description
Course information provided by the Courses of Study 2023-2024. Courses of Study 2024-2025 is scheduled to publish mid-June.
Advanced course in nutrition that focuses on the function, homeostasis, and metabolism of the principal dietary micronutrients (vitamins and minerals). It expands on the principles of nutritional biochemistry provided in introductory courses. One goal is to provide the scientific basis and rationale for recommended Dietary Reference Intakes. The course will draw on primary literature of both past and contemporary research.
When Offered Fall.
Permission Note Enrollment limited to: graduate students. Undergraduates need permission from instructor to enroll in this graduate-level course.
Comments Course is divided into two parts with two separate topics: Vitamins (first 7 weeks) and Minerals (second 7 weeks). Each part is worth 2 credits. Enroll in both sections (for 4 credits total) if planning to attend the course for the entire semester.
Outcomes- Describe the function and metabolism of selected micronutrients (vitamins & minerals).
- Describe some aspects of homeostatic regulation and/or specific mechanisms physiological control.
- Describe the current scientific basis of selected micronutrient requirements and recommendations.
Seven Week - First.
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Credits and Grading Basis
2-4 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
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Section Topic
Topic: Vitamins
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MW To Be Assigned
- Aug 26 - Oct 11, 2024
Instructors
Medina-Rivera, M
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Enrollment limited to: graduate students or permission or instructor.
Seven Week - Second.
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Credits and Grading Basis
2-4 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
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Section Topic
Topic: Minerals
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Class Number & Section Details
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Meeting Pattern
- MW To Be Assigned
- Oct 16 - Dec 9, 2024
Instructors
Beker Aydemir, T
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Additional Information
Instruction Mode: In Person
Enrollment limited to: graduate students or permission or instructor.
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