SWC Cell Bio and Molecular Bio Lukas Buehler

Principles of Human Physiology

Physiology is the science that describes and explains how the bodies of living organisms work. As a scientific discipline physiologists uses a systematic approach to describe the function of the human body.

Concepts in human physiology
Homeostasis and control systems of the body
Cells, tissues and organ systems
Biochemistry and metabolism of cells
Cell communication and hormonal signaling
The hormonal control of reproduction
The nervous system
The skeletal muscle system
The cardiovascular system
Breathing and gas exchange in the lungs
The skin and internal immune defenses
Digestion and regulation of food intake
The kidney and excretion of waste