IPAN 6390 Myocardial Metabolism: Concepts and Controversies

3 SCH. Comprehensive survey of current scientific issues related to heart muscle metabolism and function. Specific topics include: control of myocardial substrate metabolism and fuel selection; ATP synthesis, intracellular transport and utilization; myocardial ischemiareperfusion injury; cardiac stunning and hibernation; mechanisms of cardiac cell death and cardioprotection; free radical biochemistry in the heart. Course format includes lectures, student presentations, term paper, and examinations. Prerequisites: BMSC 6301, BMSC 6302, BMSC 6303, and BMSC 6305. Offered every other Spring - Odd Years. Letter Grade