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BIOL 459

Biology of Sleep and Sleep Disorders

Catalog2026-2027
Credits3 units
LevelUpper Division
Average gradeB+
Standard

Overview

Description

Molecular and neuronal mechanisms controlling sleep and circadian rhythms, special focus on model organisms. The mechanisms and potential treatments of sleep disorders.

Requirements

Prerequisites

BIOL 315
Original catalog text

Prerequisites

Prerequisite(s): BIOL 315.

Units

Lecture3

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Offering

Offered: Every Spring

Terms

spring

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Learning Outcomes

  • describe molecular and neuronal mechanisms of sleep regulation.
  • interpret data from literature sources in sleep regulation.
  • evaluate how modern technologies can help to address basic questions in sleep regulation.
  • analyze current and potential therapeutics for sleep disorders.