University of Portland Bulletin 2025-2026

BIO 430 Biology of Health and Disease

Biology of Health and Disease is an interdisciplinary capstone course that explores the biological mechanisms underlying the development of diseases and their impact on human health. The course will cover topics such as the molecular and physiological basis of diseases and include the impact of environmental and societal factors on human health. The course will also examine the social determinants of health and the impact of social, economic, and political factors.

Prerequisite

BIO 305, BIO 365, BIO 306, BIO 366; all with a C- or higher
  • Up one level
  • 400