Current Topics In Muscle Biology And Neuromuscular Diseases

AY2014/2015 Semester 1

The aim of the course is to gain in depth knowledge about skeletal muscle biology, its development and disease that affect muscles. Skeletal muscle is the largest organ in mammals and plays a very important role in maintaining the homeostasis of human biology. This program provides interdisciplinary training in muscle biology and neuromuscular diseases for pre-doctoral students. The structure, function, development and plasticity of skeletal muscle will be considered at the molecular, cellular, tissue and organ levels. Furthermore, concepts on the diseases/conditions that affect skeletal muscle and the latest therapies (gene therapy and stem cell therpies) that are in clinical trials to alleviate muscle wasting will also be discussed. Invited lectures will also be a part of the course and tutorials.