IPHY 2420 - Introduction to Nutrition
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Spring 2024 / Fall 2024
Focuses on the basic anatomy, physiology, and chemistry of nutrition. Topics include weight management, the role of diet and lifestyle in disease prevention, specific nutrient deficiencies and toxicities, nutrition standards and guidelines, sports nutrition recommendations, agricultural practices, and food policy issues. Degree credit not granted for this course and IPHY 3400.
IPHY 3280 - Intro to Data Science and Biostatistics
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Spring 2023 / Fall 2023 / Fall 2024
Builds a foundation for modern data analysis and experimental design in the context of human physiology, health and disease. An intuitive understanding of probability, statistical methods, test outcomes and data relationships are emphasized over rigorous mathematical proofs. Foundational analytical skills using R and R Studio are developed using real and simulated data.
IPHY 4650 - Exercise Physiology
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Spring 2023 / Fall 2023 / Spring 2024 / Summer 2024
Examines physiological and biochemical adjustments that occur in the body with acute and chronic exercise. Topics center on physiological mechanisms pertaining to metabolic, cardiovascular, and hormonal alterations, the role of exercise in health and disease, soreness and fatigue, immune function, as well as exercise during varied environmental conditions. Students enroll in the lab, and a designated recitation and lecture are attached to the lab. Same as IPHY 5650.
IPHY 4870 - Honors Thesis
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Fall 2024
An opportunity for students enrolled in the IPHY Honors program to earn academic credit for working on their thesis. Twenty-five hours of work is required for each hour of academic credit given. Consult for faculty mentor for approval. Recommended prerequisites: IPHY 3700; and IPHY 4850 (taken concurrently).
