Experimental and Clinical Neuroendocrinology

Course Objective

At the end of this course the student can demonstrate an understanding
of lectured experimental and clinical neuroendocrinology and describe
recent developments and current research in the field of clinical
neuroendocrinology.

Course Content

Clinical neuroendocrinology focuses on the pathophysiology, diagnosis,
and treatment of diseases of the hypothalamus and pituitary gland. The
course includes lectures on the structure and function of the
hypothalamus and pituitary gland, with special emphasis on central
regulation of growth, puberty, reproduction, metabolism, obesity and
stress, sexual orientation and gender identity, taking both an
experimental and clinical point of view.

Additional Information Teaching Methods

Lectures 24 hrs (appr)
Research tutorials 5-10 hrs (appr)

Method of Assessment

50% Examination with open questions derived from the lectures, provided
literature and research tutorials
50% Assignment that consists of a(n) (audio-visual) presentation
(knowledge clip/vlog/graphic novel/e-learning) explaining a specific
subject related to the lectures
The final result will be the average of the examination- and the
assignment grade
Please note that the examination result must be at least 5.5!

Entry Requirements

BSc Biology, BSc Medical Biology, BA Biological Psychology, BA
Neuropsychology

Literature

Selected literature and scientific papers will be provided during the
course.

Additional Information Target Audience

MSc Neurosciences students in their final year.

Additional Information

For more information, please contact drs. K.A.J. Smit
(k.a.j.smit@amsterdamumc.nl)
Maximum nr. of participants for 2022 is 45.