In this course, we will build an in depth understanding of diabetes biology, prevention, treatment, and research. Current milestones of diabetes research and therapy will be introduced throughout the course. While social aspects will be highlighted, there will be a greater emphasis on the scientific disciplines of biology and pathophysiology encompassing diabetes.

The classes will be taught by guest lecturers from reputable institutions including but not limited to UCSF and Nutritional Science department at Cal. Each guest lecturer will talk about a specific facet of diabetes (e.g. causes, treatment, types...etc) with regards to information about the topic itself and how their research/occupation relates to the topic.

The course is graded on a P/NP basis. Regular attendance, participation and completion of assignments is required for a Pass grade. In the case of habitual problems in any of these areas we may ask students to drop the course, or in the worst case scenario, grant a NP grade.
Attendance is 40% of your grade and reflection papers distributed over the course of the semester will be the other 60%.

First class is 9/16!!