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BIO 3628 - Evolutionary Medicine.

(4-0-4) On Demand. Foundational principles of evolutionary medicine, emphasizing mechanisms of evolutionary biology as applied to analyses of human health issues (e.g., diabetes, obesity, autoimmune diseases, cardiovascular health, etc.), especially useful for pre-health students. Classic and emerging medical paradigms using illustrative literature, comparative methods and phylogenetics, will be evaluated. 

Prerequisites & Notes:
BIO 1500 and BIO 1550G. Credit hours for course will be removed from student’s hours toward graduation if student already has credit for or is registered in: BIO 3960 (Special Topics: Evolutionary Medicine).

Credits: 4