This syllabus reviews information concerning calcium and phosphate regulation. Topics of interest include the following: calcium metabolism, phosphorus metabolism, bone, parathyroid hormone, calcitonin, and vitamin D. (CS)

Information from scientific journals on the biology of skin color is discussed. Major areas addressed include: (1) biology of melanin, melanocytes, and melanosomes; (2) melanosome and human diversity; (3) genetics of skin color; and (4) skin color, geography, and natural selection. (JN)

Two papers given at a symposium on career opportunities in physiology, sponsored by the American Physiological Society, are presented. Topics of the papers are: (1) Do We Really Need More Physiologists; and (2) Ph.D.'s in Clinical Departments. (DS)

This article: (1) explains the respiratory patterns of several freshwater insects; (2) describes the differences and mechanisms of spiracular cutaneous, and gill respiration; and (3) discusses behavioral aspects of selected aquatic insects. (ML)

Traces the history of using mice for medical research and discusses the benefits of using these animals for studies in bacteriology, virology, genetics (considering X-linked genetic homologies between mice and humans), molecular biology, immunology, hematology, immune response disorders, oncology, radiobiology, pharmacology, behavior genetics,…

Presented is a curriculum description for medical school physiology. The curriculum involves integration of computer-based instruction with periodic faculty/student contact. The curriculum has four modes of operation. Modes can be selected by the instructor to best suit student needs. Student exam performance has shown increased learning through…

Water striders are insects that walk and run on the surface of water. Discusses the morphology, physiology, and behavior of these insects. Includes diagrams of stages in the movement of a typical strider. (JN)

Provides an overview of the objectives, topics discussed, and needs identified at a workshop for physiologists of the Third World. Reviews the problems involved in the teaching of physiology in the Third World, especially in Africa. Offers specific recommendations for future workshops. (ML)

Discusses the physiology and biochemistry of the vitamin D endocrine system, including role of biological calcium and phosphorus, vitamin D metabolism, and related diseases. A 10-item, multiple-choice test which can be used to obtain continuing medical education credit is included. (JN)

Outlines the work of the anesthesiologist and the role of this doctor in medicine. Anesthetic procedures used for a gall bladder surgery are presented in detail. The potency of anesthetics pharmacology mechanisms producing unconsciousness and analgesia and equipment for anesthesiology are among the topic areas discussed. (DH)

The renin-angiotensin system (RAS) maintains salt and water balance. Discusses functions of the RAS as defined in mammalian species, considering how the system arose and what its original function was. Also discusses where some of the changes occurred in the system (and why) as well as other topics. (JN)

Discusses: (1) measurement of body temperature; (2) normal deviations from normal body temperature; (3) temperature in the very young and the very old; (4) abnormal liability of thermoregulation; (5) hyperthermia; (6) fever; and (7) hypothermia. (JN)

Discusses the chemical nature of gallstones and theories related to their formation. Also discusses experimental procedures used to identify chemical constituents of gallstones, indicating that cholesterol is found in almost 75 percent of stones examined. (JN)

Chemical actions in the brain result in cognitive, emotional, neuroendocrine, neuromuscular, and/or neurocirculatory effects. Developments in understanding brain chemistry are discussed, considering among others, neurotransmitter chemistry, neuropeptides, drugs and the brain, antidepressants, and actions of minor tranquilizers. (JN)

Biomaterials are substances or combinations of substances that can be used in a system that treats, augments, or replaces any tissue, organ, or body function. The nature and role of these substances, particularly in the cadiovascular system, are discussed. (JN)