Pathophysiology of Human Disease
BPH 210
Subject & Catalog Number
Jointly Offered with:
Harvard Chan School as EH 208
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Description
This course explores the pathogenesis of disease by examining mechanisms operating at the molecular, cellular, system and whole-body levels. We will discuss diseases of the major body systems, as well as hematological disorders, cancer, the normal and abnormal function of the immune system, as well as aging and death. Throughout the course we will look for common underlying pathogenic pathways and integrate relevant public health perspectives on the epidemiology or control of diseases.
School
Faculty of Arts & Sciences
Credits
4
Cross Reg
Available for Harvard Cross Registration
Department
Bio Sciences in Public Health
Course Component
Lecture
Subject
Biological Sci in Public Hlth
Grading Basis
FAS Letter Graded
Exam/Final Deadline
May 16, 2026
General Education
N/A
Quantitative Reasoning with Data
N/A
Divisional Distribution
Science & Engineering & Applied Science
Course Level
Primarily for Graduate Students
