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14431-01 - Lecture: Natural Toxins, and Toxin Producing Organisms (1 CP)
| Semester | fall semester 2024 |
| Course frequency | Every fall sem. |
| Lecturers | Robin Teufel (robin.teufel@unibas.ch, Assessor) |
| Content | The course provides an overview on the diversity of natural toxins and toxin producing organisms. Taxonomic, chemical, and pharmacological/toxicological aspects are discussed. Main topics include: poisonous plants and important classes of plant toxins, poisonous mushrooms, moulds and mycotoxins, toxic algae and dinoflagellates, evolution of venoms in animals, marine invertebrates, actively and passively toxic marine organisms, forms of intoxication via ingestion of seafood; venomous amphibians and reptiles. The importance of toxins for basic research and drug discovery is addressed with selected examples. Practical aspects for prevention of intoxication/envenomation, and rules for first aid are also treated. |
| Learning objectives | Students know the important groups of toxin and venom producing organisms. They are able to classify natural toxins/venoms according to their structural class and mode of action and understand the importance of natural toxins for biomedical research and drug discovery. They are able to translate this knowledge into practical recommendations for prevention and first aid. |
| Bibliography | Mebs D (2010) Gifttiere, 3. Aufl., Wiss, Verlagsgesellschaft, Stuttgart Bresinsky A, Besl H (1985) Giftpilze - ein Handbuch, Wiss. Verlagsgesellschaft, Stuttgart Frohne D, Pfänder HJ (2004) Giftpflanzen, 5. Aufl. Wiss. Verlagsgesellschaft, Stuttgart Slides of the course are available on ADAM |
| Comments | Film and sound recordings during the course are strictly forbidden (recorders may be confiscated). It is also forbidden to upload slides, e.g. to learning platforms (only for personal use) |
| Weblink | Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences |
| Admission requirements | Completed Bachelor degree |
| Language of instruction | English |
| Use of digital media | No specific media used |
| Course auditors welcome |
| Interval | Weekday | Time | Room |
|---|---|---|---|
| wöchentlich | Wednesday | 13.15-15.00 | Pharmazentrum, Hörsaal 2 |
Dates
| Date | Time | Room |
|---|---|---|
| Wednesday 06.11.2024 | 13.15-15.00 | Pharmazentrum, Hörsaal 2 |
| Wednesday 13.11.2024 | 13.15-15.00 | Pharmazentrum, Hörsaal 2 |
| Wednesday 20.11.2024 | 13.15-15.00 | Pharmazentrum, Hörsaal 2 |
| Wednesday 27.11.2024 | 13.15-15.00 | Pharmazentrum, Hörsaal 2 |
| Wednesday 04.12.2024 | 13.15-15.00 | Pharmazentrum, Hörsaal 2 |
| Wednesday 11.12.2024 | 13.15-15.00 | Pharmazentrum, Hörsaal 2 |
| Wednesday 18.12.2024 | 13.30-14.30 | Biozentrum, Hörsaal U1.141 |
| Modules |
Electives Master Drug Sciences: Recommendations (Master's Studies: Drug Sciences) Electives Master Science in Pharmacy: Recommendations (Master's Studies: Science in Pharmacy) |
| Assessment format | continuous assessment |
| Assessment details | Written test (45 min) https://pharma.unibas.ch/en/education/assessments-and-credit-points/continuous-assessments/ |
| Assessment registration/deregistration | Reg.: course registration, dereg: cancel course registration |
| Repeat examination | no repeat examination |
| Scale | 1-6 0,5 |
| Repeated registration | as often as necessary |
| Responsible faculty | Faculty of Science, studiendekanat-philnat@unibas.ch |
| Offered by | Departement Pharmazeutische Wissenschaften |