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752-6308-00L 3 Credits BSC D-HEST
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Physiology

Lecturers & Examiners: Dr. Daria Peleg-Raibstein, Prof. Dr. Denis Burdakov
VVZ CR n/a

Last Updated: 2026-06-01 11:31:18

Abstract

Imparts basic understanding of physiology, focusing on physiological systems of direct relevance to nutrition topics,such as taste and appetite (neurophysiology), food digestion (gastrointestinal physiology), and related general topic (neural and endocrine communication in the body).

Objective

At the end of the course, the students are able to describe, explain, and apply the biological and nutritional principles of physiology including specific examples.

Resources

Lecture Notes

Handouts for each topic will be made available on Moodle.

General Information

Language
English
Levels
BSC
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
session examination
Mode
written 60 minutes
Aids
None

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture Physiology
  • Tue 08:15-10:00 (LFW C 5)
2 h weekly

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