David Paul Wolfer: Catalogue data in Autumn Semester 2022 |
| Name | Prof. Dr. David Paul Wolfer |
| Field | Anatomie |
| Address | Professur für Anatomie ETH Zürich, Y42 J 06 Winterthurerstrasse 190 8057 Zürich SWITZERLAND |
| Telephone | +41 44 635 53 12 |
| davidpaul.wolfer@hest.ethz.ch | |
| Department | Health Sciences and Technology |
| Relationship | Associate Professor |
| Number | Title | ECTS | Hours | Lecturers | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 376-0007-01L | Advanced Neuroanatomy and Neurophysiology Study Regulations 2017: Not useful for students who have already taken the course "Neuroanatomy and Neurophysiology" in the 3rd semester. | 4 credits | 3G | M. Willecke, S. Meissner, D. P. Wolfer | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Abstract | Advanced knowledge of anatomy and physiology of the nervous system. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Learning objective | The course equips students with advanced knowledge of the anatomical structure and function of the most important structures of the central nervous system. They will understand pathophysiological mechanisms and identify explanations for the occurrence of specific symptoms in neurological diseases. They will also be able to apply their knowledge to describe the mechanism of action of drugs. In addition, they learn the most important methods for analyzing the functions of the nervous system and will be able to use this knowledge to evaluate experimental data. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Content | 1. anatomy: How is the central nervous system structured? 2. motor control: which structures are involved in voluntary and involuntary movements? 3. sensory, somatosensory and sensorimotor integration: how is information from different systems integrated and interpreted by the brain? 4. Higher brain functions: What specializations enable us to speak and process emotions and feelings? | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Prerequisites / Notice | Während der Grundvorlesung (Anatomie und Physiologie 1) haben Sie bereits viele der in dieser Vorlesung behandelten Themen kennengelernt, allerdings nicht so detailliert. In dieser Vorlesung wird der Stoff der Grundvorlesung vertieft und erweitert. Es wird vorausgesetzt, dass Sie die in der Grundvorlesung besprochenen Inhalte bereits kennen. Der Stoff aus der Grundvorlesung wird nur teilweise repetiert. Die Lektionen zur Neurophysiologie enthalten Einheiten des Selbststudiums. Dabei bearbeiten Sie Arbeitsaufträge in einem Polybook, um ein konzeptuelles Verständnis für die behandelten Themen zu entwickeln. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Competencies |
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| 376-0151-00L | Anatomy and Physiology I | 5 credits | 4V | D. P. Wolfer, K. De Bock, L. Slomianka, C. Spengler, M. Willecke | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Abstract | Basic knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of tissues, of the embryonal and postnatal development, the sensory organs, the neuro-muscular system, the cardiovascular system and the respiratory system. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Learning objective | Basic knowledge of human anatomy and physiology and basics of clinical pathophysiology. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Content | The lecture series provides a short overview of human anatomy and physiology Anatomy and Physiology I (fall term): Basics of cytology, histology, embryology; nervous system, sensory organs, muscles, cardiovascular system, respiratory system Anatomy and Physiology II (spring term): digestive tract, endocrine organs, metabolism and thermoregulation, skin, blood and immune system, urinary system, circadian rhythm, reproductive organs, pregnancy and birth. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Prerequisites / Notice | Requirements: 1st year, scientific part. Part of the course is read and checked in English. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 376-0172-AAL | Anatomy I+II Enrolment ONLY for MSc students with a decree declaring this course unit as an additional admission requirement. Any other students (e.g. incoming exchange students, doctoral students) CANNOT enrol for this course unit. | 5 credits | 11R | D. P. Wolfer | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Abstract | Introduction into the histology and anatomy of the human body, including the musculoskeletal, cardio-respiratory, digestive, endocrine, urinary, reproductive systems, as well as the nervous system and sensory organs. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Learning objective | Students acquire basic knowledge of the micro- and macro structure of the organ systems in the human body. They understand basic concepts of the relationship between structure and function, and - based on examples - of the relationship between structural changes and disease. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 377-0107-00L | Nervous System  Only for Human Medicine BSc | 5 credits | 5V | D. P. Wolfer, I. Amrein, J. Bohacek, D. Burdakov, G. Schratt, L. Slomianka, O. Ullrich, N. Wenderoth, further lecturers | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Abstract | Structure and function of the central and peripheral nervous system including its major disorders. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Learning objective | Upon successful completion of this module, students should be able to: 1. distinguish important cell types of the nervous system (neurons, glial cells) on the basis of their structure and function; 2. correctly describe neurophysiological basics of stimulus conduction and processing in the peripheral and central nervous system; 3. correctly name the organ structures and circuits involved in the development of the peripheral and central nervous system; 4. associate the different brain areas with corresponding functions in homeostasis, sensory, motor and cognitive functions; 5. identify clinical pictures associated with the loss of function of certain structures of the central and peripheral nervous system and to understand the mode of action of current therapeutic approaches. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Content | In this module, students get an overview of the structure (anatomy) and function (physiology) of the peripheral and central nervous system as well as selected neurological diseases (pathophysiology). The module is subdivided into a total of six subject areas: 1. basics of neurophysiology, stimulus conduction and processing using the example of the motor end plate, peripheral nervous system, associated clinical pictures (myasthenia gravis) 2. structure, circuits and pathways in the spinal cord, spinal nerves, motor stimulus conduction in the spinal cord, spinal cord lesions and pain 3. anatomy and function of the brain stem and cranial nerves and their significance for motor and sensory functions, lesions (brain stem syndromes) 4. anatomy and function of basal ganglia, thalamus and hypothalamus, control of the autonomic nervous system (homeostasis, food and water intake), basal ganglia defects using Parkinson's disease as an example 5. anatomy and function of the cerebellum and vestibular system, fine control of motor functions, associative learning, cerebellar symptoms (ataxias), organ of equilibrium 6. anatomy and function of the cerebrum, sensory and motor processing, cognition, learning and memory, neurodegenerative (Alzheimer) and neuropsychiatric (schizophrenia) disorders | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||