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PSL705 - Biology of Lactation

Presentation

The schedule for this course is not available.

Summary

• Cycle: 2nd cycle
• Credits: 3 credits
• Faculty or center: Faculty of Science
• Distribution of workload: 2-0-7

Training Objectives

• Understand and master the knowledge related to the biological phenomena underlying the mammary gland
• Synthesize knowledge in cell biology, cell differentiation, physiology, endocrinology, and biochemistry
• Be able to analyze a biological function considering both fundamental and applied aspects
• Initiate research through learning the methodology underlying a bibliographic search

Content

• Anatomy and histological structures of the breast
• Growth of the breast: hormonal controls of development; influence of dietary and environmental factors on breast growth
• Cell biology and modification of metabolism leading to milk secretion; hormonal controls of lactogenesis; biochemical synthesis of milk components; factors influencing milk composition and production
• Storage function of the mammary gland; neuro-endocrine reflex of milk letdown; discharge of galactopoietic hormones and role of the nervous system; behavior during breastfeeding; hygiene, sanitation of milk, and breast health
• Milk collection; nutritional value of milk; biological properties of proteins and other peptide components of milk; immunoglobulins; uses of milk in the agri-food sector
• Lactation in women: breastfeeding of newborns; breast cancer; oncogenes
• Literature review and writing of a paper on a specific aspect of the mammary gland

Prerequisites

• (BCM104 or BCM318)
• and
• (PSL104)

Programs Offering This Pedagogical Activity (Course)

• Doctorate in biology
• Master's in biology