SP.236 / ES.SP236 Exploring Pharmacology, Spring 2009

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SP.236 / ES.SP236 Exploring Pharmacology, Spring 2009

Alternative Title: Exploring Pharmacology

Author: Gusman, Mariya; Fallows, Zak

Citable URI: http://hdl.handle.net/1721.1/85859

Date Issued: 2009-06

Abstract:

From Abilify to Zyrtec, the world is full of interesting drugs. Such substances have cured diseases, started wars, and ended careers. This seminar will explain how drugs can elicit a range of medicinal and recreational effects. Planned topics include over-the-counter drugs and "dietary supplements," drugs of abuse, treatments for neurological disorders, psychiatric medications, and many more. Prior experience is neither expected nor required, but student participation is essential.

URI: http://hdl.handle.net/1721.1/85859

Other Identifiers: SP.236-Spring2009
local: SP.236
local: ES.SP236
local: IMSCP-MD5-6fe4ef5fb3fd0c58784ebb6164ea546a

Keywords: pharmacology, central nervous system, neurotransmitters, dopamine, Parkinson's, ADHD, schizophrenia, serotonin, alcohol, barbituates, LSD, acetylcholine, endocannabinoids, endocrine systems, norepinephrine, opioids

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