Human Physiology

The course provides a full view of what the human body is capable. It consists of 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 to understand the physiological processes, to analyze their biological meaning, and to lay the foundation 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 fields and its application is the basis of officinal plant and natural products use for human well-being.

At the end of the course the student is required to be able to: a) understand and be able to discuss the basic principles of cellular physiology; b) apply these principles for understanding the functions of the different organs, their regulatory pattern, and their interactions; c) to discuss the processes of physiological adaptation to continuously changing environment.
For the students is also essential to use a correct terminology in verbal form. For this purpose, an adequate amount of time is given to questions and discussion on specific topics during the lessons.