Cardiac Physiology

The cardiovascular physiology course aims to describe and acquire knowledge about the functioning of the cardiovascular system of the whole animal at the molecular and cellular levels. Topics covered will include cardiac contraction, regulation of cardiac electrical activity (electrocardiogram and ion channels), regulation of blood pressure and baroreflex, and regulation of cardiovascular functions by the autonomic nervous system.

- Understanding of the physiological mechanisms involved in cardiovascular functions

- Analysis of experimental results

- Written and oral expression

- Positioning theoretical results in an experimental context

- Scientific rigor