Neuroendocrinology and Translational Metabolism

Course manual 2021/2022

Objectives

• Identify different (neuro)endocrine systems
• Establish how disturbed metabolism leads to metabolic disease in early and later stages of life
• Compare and select scientific technologies for specific applications
• Compile and clearly present a research proposal
• Interpret and clearly present scientific data.
• Collaborate with peers

Teaching methods

• Lecture
• Self-study
• Working independently on e.g. a project or thesis
• Computer lab session/practical training

Learning activities

Attendance

Requirements of the programme concerning attendance (OER-B):

1. Attendance during practical components exercises is mandatory.

Additional requirements for this course:

Absence only after consultation and with approval of the course coordinator.

Assessment

Fraud and plagiarism

The 'Regulations governing fraud and plagiarism for UvA students' applies to this course. This will be monitored carefully. Upon suspicion of fraud or plagiarism the Examinations Board of the programme will be informed. For the 'Regulations governing fraud and plagiarism for UvA students' see: www.student.uva.nl

Course structure

Timetable

The schedule for this course is published on DataNose.

Contact information

Coordinator

• prof. dr. A. Kalsbeek

Staff

• prof. dr. a. Kalsbeek (a.kalsbeek@amsterdamumc.nl)
• prof. dr. S.E. la Fleur (s.e.lafleur@amsterdamumc.nl)
• prof. dr. R.H.L. Houtkooper (r.h.houtkooper@amsterdamumc.nl)
• dr. R.L. McIntyre (r.l.mcintyre@amsterdamumc.nl)
• drs. S. van der Rijt (s.vanderrijt@amsterdamumc.nl)