Christian Wolfrum: Catalogue data in Spring Semester 2015 |
| Name | Prof. Dr. Christian Wolfrum |
| Field | Translational Nutrition Biology |
| Address | VP Forschung ETH Zürich, HG F 57 Rämistrasse 101 8092 Zürich SWITZERLAND |
| Telephone | +41 44 632 20 39 |
| christian-wolfrum@ethz.ch | |
| Department | Health Sciences and Technology |
| Relationship | Full Professor and Vice President of Research |
| Number | Title | ECTS | Hours | Lecturers | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 376-0004-01L | Lab Introduction to Health Sciences and Technology  Exclusively for Health Sciences and Technology BSc students. | 2 credits | 2P | R. Müller, W. Langhans, A. Mansouri, R. Riener, C. Wolfrum | |
| Abstract | Selected experiments in the area of health sciences and technology as introduction to scientific working. | ||||
| Learning objective | Students should understand the methods of scientific working which they will apply in various experiments. | ||||
| 376-0006-02L | Laboratory Course in Molecular Biology | 2 credits | 2P | C. Wolfrum | |
| Abstract | Introduction to experimental molecular biology using physiological examples. | ||||
| Learning objective | Practical experience of molecular biology. Learning of fundamental research methods. | ||||
| Content | Protein analysis , cell culture, quantification of RNA. | ||||
| Lecture notes | Ein Skript zum Praktikum wird abgegeben. | ||||
| 376-0008-00L | Advanced Anatomy and Physiology II  Only for Health Sciences and Technology BSc. | 4 credits | 4V | M. Ristow, M. Detmar, M. Flück, M. Kopf, W. Langhans, C. Spengler, C. Wolfrum, further lecturers | |
| Abstract | In-depth theory to molecular and pathophysiological aspects of nerves, muscles, heart , circulatory , respiratory and sensory organs . | ||||
| Learning objective | In-depth knowledge of anatomy and physiology. | ||||
| Content | Molecular fundamentals of physiological processes, processes of disease development. | ||||
| 376-0150-00L | Anatomy II, Physiology II and Histology | 6 credits | 4V + 2G | M. Ristow, D. P. Wolfer, G. Colacicco, M. Kopf, W. Langhans, L. Slomianka, C. Spengler, C. Wolfrum | |
| Abstract | Basic knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of the gastrointestinal tract, endocrine organs, urinary system and the reproductive system. Knowlewdge of the basic mechanisms of pathobiology. Study of all human tissues and selected organs by examining slides under the light microscope. | ||||
| Learning objective | Foundations of human anatomy and physiology and basics of clinical pathophysiology | ||||
| Content | Short overview of human anatomy, physiology and general pathology. 3rd semester: Principles of histology and embryology. Anatomy and physiology: nervous system, muscle, sensory organs, circulatory system, respiratory system. 4rd semester: Anatomy and physiology: gastrointestinal tract, endocrine system, metabolism and thermoregulation, integumentary system, blood and immune system, urinary system, circadian rhythm, reproductive system, pregnancy and birth. | ||||
| Literature | Anatomie: Martini, Timmons, Tallitsch, "Anatomie", Pearson; oder Schiebler, Korf, "Anatomie", Steinkopff / Springer; Physiologie: Thews/Mutschler/Vaupel: Anatomie, Physiologie, Pathophysiologie des Menschen, Wissenschaftliche Verlagsgesellschaft, Stuttgart oder Schmidt/Lang/Thews: Physiologie des Menschen, Springer-Verlag, Heidelberg | ||||
| Prerequisites / Notice | Der Besuch der Anatomie und Physiologie I - Vorlesung ist Voraussetzung, da die Anatomie und Physiologie II - Vorlesung auf dem Wissen der im vorangegangenen Semester gelesenen Anatomie und Physiologie I - Vorlesung aufbaut. | ||||
| 376-0152-00L | Anatomy II and Physiology II | 4 credits | 4V | M. Ristow, M. Kopf, W. Langhans, L. Slomianka, C. Spengler, C. Wolfrum | |
| Abstract | Basic knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of the gastrointestinal tract, endocrine organs, urinary system and the reproductive system. Knowlewdge of the basic mechanisms of pathobiology. Study of all human tissues and selected organs by examining slides under the light microscope. | ||||
| Learning objective | Foundations of human anatomy and physiology and basics of clinical pathophysiology | ||||
| Content | Short overview of human anatomy, physiology and general pathology. 3rd semester: Principles of histology and embryology. Anatomy and physiology: nervous system, muscle, sensory organs, circulatory system, respiratory system. 4rd semester: Anatomy and physiology: gastrointestinal tract, endocrine system, metabolism and thermoregulation, integumentary system, blood and immune system, urinary system, circadian rhythm, reproductive system, pregnancy and birth. | ||||
| Literature | Anatomie: Martini, Timmons, Tallitsch, "Anatomie", Pearson; oder Schiebler, Korf, "Anatomie", Steinkopff / Springer; oder Spornitz, "Anatomie und Physiologie, Lehrbuch und Atlas für Pflege-und Gesundheitsfachberufe", Springer Physiologie: Thews/Mutschler/Vaupel: Anatomie, Physiologie, Pathophysiologie des Menschen, Wissenschaftliche Verlagsgesellschaft, Stuttgart oder Schmidt/Lang/Thews: Physiologie des Menschen, Springer-Verlag, Heidelberg | ||||
| Prerequisites / Notice | Der Besuch der Anatomie und Physiologie I - Vorlesung ist Voraussetzung, da die Anatomie und Physiologie II - Vorlesung auf dem Wissen der im vorangegangenen Semester gelesenen Anatomie und Physiologie I - Vorlesung aufbaut. | ||||
| 376-0173-00L | Physiology II | 3 credits | 2V | M. Ristow, M. Kopf, W. Langhans, C. Spengler, C. Wolfrum | |
| Abstract | Basic knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of the urinary system, the brain and cranial nerves, the special senses and the reproductive system. Knowlewdge of the basic mechanisms of pathobiology, exemples of problems of applied physiology. Study of all human tissues and organs by examining slides under the light microscope. | ||||
| Learning objective | Foundations of human anatomy and physiology and basics of clinical pathophysiology. | ||||
| Content | Short overview of human anatomy, physiology and general pathology. 3rd semester: Cytology, histology, muscular and nervous tissue, embryology, blood, heart, blood vessels, lymphatic and immune system,respiratory system, digestive system, endocrine system, integumentary system. 4rd semester: Urinary system, water, electrolyte, and acid-base balance, male and female reproductive system, pregnancy and child birth, general pathology, neuroanatomy, sense organs, applied physiology. | ||||
| Lecture notes | Müntener und Wolfer: "Anatomie und Physiologie"; www.pharma.ethz.ch/en/teaching/dipl.stud/course.materialsdipl.stud.html | ||||
| Literature | Anatomie: Spornitz U.M.: Anatomie und Physiologie, Lehrbuch und Atlas für Pflege-und Gesundheitsfachberufe, Springer Verlag, Heidelberg Physiologie: Thews/Mutschler/Vaupel: Anatomie, Physiologie, Pathophysiologie des Menschen, Wissenschaftliche Verlagsgesellschaft, Stuttgart oder Schmidt/Lang/Thews: Physiologie des Menschen, Springer-Verlag, Heidelberg | ||||
| Prerequisites / Notice | Der Besuch der Anatomie und Physiologie I - Vorlesung ist Voraussetzung, da die Anatomie und Physiologie II - Vorlesung auf dem Wissen der im vorangegangenen Semester gelesenen Anatomie und Physiologie I - Vorlesung aufbaut. | ||||
| 551-1400-00L | Molecular Disease Mechanisms II | 6 credits | 4V | C. Wolfrum, M. Kopf, S. J. Sturla, further lecturers | |
| Abstract | In this course the mechanisms of disease development will be studied. Main topics will be: 1. Influence of environmental factors with an emphasis on inflammation and the immune response. 2. Mechanisms underlying disease progression in metabolic disorders, integrating genetic and environmental factors. 3. Mechanisms underlying disease progression in cancer, integrating genetic and environment | ||||
| Learning objective | To understand the mechanisms governing disease development with a special emphasis on genetic and environmental associated components | ||||
| Lecture notes | All information can be found at: https://moodle-app2.let.ethz.ch/course/view.php?id=690 The enrollment key will be provided by email | ||||
| 551-1502-00L | Systems Biology of Complex Disease: Medical Sciences | 3 credits | 4S | M. Stoffel, K.‑H. Altmann, W. Krek, W. Langhans, G. A. Spinas, C. Wolfrum | |
| Abstract | Insights into pathophysiological aspects of selected metabolic disorders in man. One focus will be on diabetes and/or obesity. | ||||
| Learning objective | The goal of the course is to give a broad overview about important aspects of physiology, pathophysiology, clinical course and complications, pathology and underlying molecular mechanisms of selected metabolic disorders in man. | ||||
| Content | The block course comprises lectures, hands-on courses and journal clubs on molecular and clinical physiology, clinical chemistry, pathology and pharmacology. | ||||
| Prerequisites / Notice | This block course is facultative module of the PhD Program “Systems Biology of Complex Diseases” organized Competence Center for Systems Physiology and Metabolic Diseases. The course is only open for PhD Students of the Life Science Zurich PhD Program (ETH Zurich and University Zurich). Preference will be given to Students from the Program “Systems Biology of Complex Diseases”. Preferably students have already taken the introductory course of the PhD Program on “Systems Biology”. Number of people: Max. 25 Registration by E-mail to Davina Rodgers davina.rodgers@cell.biol.ethz.ch ETH Zürich CC-SPMD Competence Center for Systems Physiology and Metabolic Diseases Institute of Cell Biology Schafmattstr. 18, HPM F 22 CH-8093 Zürich +41 44 633 33 51 (phone) +41 44 633 13 57 (fax) | ||||
| 752-6002-00L | Advanced Topics in Nutritional Science | 3 credits | 2V | I. Herter-Aeberli, M. B. Zimmermann, F. Hilty-Vancura, C. Wolfrum | |
| Abstract | The course gives an introduction to dietary recommendations and nutrient requirements at different stages of the life cycle. It also includes lectures on specific diets, e.g. vegetarianism and weight loss, as well as important micronutrients and other food components and their interactions. | ||||
| Learning objective | The learning objectives are improved student understanding of: 1) the dietary recommendations and nutrient requirements of populations at different stages of the life cycle; 2) the effect of different diets on health; and 3) certain micronutrients and other nutritionally important food components. | ||||
| Content | The course gives a brief introduction into different areas of human nutrition. Including: 1) Dietary recommendations and the nutrient requirements at different stages of the life cycle, including pregnancy and lactation, childhood and adolescence, adults and elderly. 2) The influence of specific diets (e.g. vegetarianism, weight loss diets) on health. 3) Specific nutrients (e.g. iron and biological active ingredients) and their interactions. | ||||
| Lecture notes | The lecture details and teaching slides will be available online | ||||