Human Physiology and Basic Anatomy

The course provides a full view of what the human body is capable. It is based on the connection between structure and function of the body. The course consists in the description of the main molecular mechanisms of cell physiology, the salient features of organ and system functioning, the main control systems and their reciprocal interaction in response to changes in the internal or external environment. The main objectives are: a) to understand the physiological processes, analyze their biological meaning, description, regulation and integration; b) to establish the basis for understanding the physiological adaptation process taking place due to a continuously changing environment.
This knowledge is essential for understanding the subsequent courses in biological and medical area and its application is the basis of officinal plant use for human health.

At the end of the course the student is required to be able: a) to describe the organization of tissues and organs; b) to describe the basic and advanced physiological mechanisms of the different organs, their regulatory pattern and their interactions; c) to discuss the processes of physiological adaptation to continuously changing environment.
The students will also acquire the ability to use a correct terminology in both written and verbal forms. For this purpose, a mid-course written exam is simulated and ample space is given to questions and discussion on specific topics during the lessons.