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Elaine M. Faustman
ENV H 532
Seattle Campus
Investigates chemicals that can induce adverse reproductive and developmental outcomes. Discussion topics include identification and characterization of specific classes of toxic agents, mechanisms of action of these agents at the molecular and cellular level, and risk assessment and regulatory issues. Prerequisite: ENV H 514 and ENV H 515 or ENV H 405 or permission of instructor. Offered: S, even years.
Class description
This class will discuss briefly basic principles of normal reproduction and development and then focus on how and when environmental chemicals induce adverse reproductive and developmental outcomes. Discussion topics include identification and characterization of specific classes of reproductive and developmental toxicants, mechanisms of action of these agents at the molecular and cellular level, and risk assessment and regulatory issues relevant for reproductive health.
Student learning goals
General method of instruction
The course will be held in Journal Club format and will include discussions of recent literature as well as experiences in laboratory-based assessments for reproductive and developmental toxicology. This year’s course will build upon the recent National Academy of Sciences report “Scientific Frontiers in Developmental Toxicology and Risk Assessment”. A key focus will be on understanding gene environment issues. Practical approaches for communicating developmental and reproductive risk issues will be given.
Recommended preparation
Prerequisite: ENV H 514 and ENV H 515 or ENV H 405 or permission of instructor.
Class assignments and grading
