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COMPMED 81Q: Aardvarks to Zebras: The A to Z of Animal Anatomy

Preference to sophomores. Ever wonder what cats and narwhals have in common? Maybe you haven't, but despite their seemingly different lifestyles and habitats (i.e. sleeping on couches versus swimming in oceans), they are both mammals! In this seminar, students will gain an appreciation for basic mammalian anatomic and physiologic principles that span across multiple species while emphasizing key differences that render each species unique. Through student projects, we will explore evolutionary adaptations that have driven the success of a variety of species within the context of their natural environments. In addition to a weekly lecture, anticipated laboratory sessions will reinforce anatomic principles through a combination of rodent cadaver dissection, organ and bone specimens, and use of virtual reality demonstrations. Furthermore, as conditions allow, students will have the opportunity to visit Año Nuevo State Park to experience a guided viewing of northern elephant seals within their natural habitat. Students with a passion for science will gain a fundamental understanding of anatomy that is applicable to future careers in medicine, biomedical research, veterinary medicine, and ecology/conservation.
Terms: Win | Units: 3 | UG Reqs: GER: DB-NatSci, WAY-SMA
Instructors: ; Casey, K. (PI)

COMPMED 110: Pre-Veterinary Advisory

Have you ever considered a career in veterinary medicine but are unsure what it would entail? Pre-Vet Advisory fosters a community of veterinary-curious students and connects them with Stanford veterinarians. Periodic group meetings and guest lectures will introduce students to the variety of career options within veterinary medicine. Academic advising, with an emphasis on required coursework and practical experience, will be provided for those students intending to apply to veterinary school.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr | Units: 1 | Repeatable for credit
Instructors: ; Casey, K. (PI); Huss, M. (PI)

COMPMED 114: Wielding White Coat Words: Introduction to Comparative Medical Terminology

Are you left clueless trying to understand the medical jargon when watching your favorite medical drama? Are you interested in attending a professional school (e.g., medical, dental, or veterinary) and want to have a head start over your classmates? The Comparative Medical Terminology course is designed to introduce students to a new language of human and veterinary medical terminology. Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to comprehend a medical record report and to communicate using medical terminology. This course is designed for STEM students who are considering pursuing advanced training in a health care profession and/or translational science or biomedical research. No previous experience using medical terminology is necessary.
Terms: Win | Units: 3
Instructors: ; Bentzel, D. (PI)

COMPMED 198: Undergraduate Directed Reading in Comparative Medicine

May be taken as a prelude to research and may also involve participation in a lab or research group seminar and/or library research.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr, Sum | Units: 1-3 | Repeatable for credit

COMPMED 199: Undergraduate Research

Investigations sponsored by individual faculty members. Prerequisite: consent of instructor.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr, Sum | Units: 1-3 | Repeatable for credit

COMPMED 200: One Health Journal Club

Participants report on and review scientific articles published in peer reviewed journals. Focus is on manuscripts which report basic and mechanistic discoveries, animal modeling and translational research. The objective is to introduce MLAS students to critical scientific review of hypothesis-based research and experimental design, data analysis and interpretation. Enrollment limited to undergraduate and graduate students currently matriculated or planning to enroll in the MS in Laboratory Animal Science degree program.
Terms: Aut, Win | Units: 1 | Repeatable 5 times (up to 5 units total)
Instructors: ; Hestrin, S. (PI)

COMPMED 202: Research Biomethodology for Laboratory Animal Science

Emphasis is on providing introductory training and practical, hands-on research animal biomethodology. Topics include basic care and principles guiding the use of research animals, animal health and welfare, enrichment, basic mouse handling, rodent breeding, and the principles of rodent aseptic surgery and anesthesia. The objective of this course is to teach basic skills in animal handling, animal care, and biomethodological research techniques. Content delivered online and in-person.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr | Units: 1
Instructors: ; Huss, M. (PI)

COMPMED 209: Laboratory Animal Medicine Seminar

Focuses on husbandry, care, and diseases of major laboratory animal species (rodents, fish and amphibians, swine, sheep, rabbits, monkeys); regulatory and compliance, applied principles of animal modeling, and factors that influence animal research, animal behavior, and research reproducibility. The objective of this course is to provide students with an overview of the history of laboratory animal science, current industry standards and practices, and the fundamentals of laboratory animal diseases. Department consent is required for enrollment. May be repeated for credit. The course is virtual. Must attend 7 out of 10 seminars in the quarter for a satisfactory grade.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr | Units: 1 | Repeatable 3 times (up to 3 units total)

COMPMED 260: Masters Laboratory Animal Science Practicum/Laboratory Research

Research laboratory and clinical service (pathology, diagnostic laboratory, surgery, husbandry, anesthesiology, aquatics, facility business and management, etc.), quarterly rotations for students enrolled in the Master's of Laboratory Animal Science program. The objective of this course is to provide students with hands on experience in research laboratories using animal models and to provide experience working in the daily operations of a large, veterinary service center. Fulfills the practicum and research requirements of MLAS students.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr, Sum | Units: 1-18 | Repeatable 6 times (up to 90 units total)

COMPMED 290: Laboratory Animal Science Professional Development and Career Exploration

Focus is on career development for graduate students and trainees enrolled in a trainee program in the Department of Comparative Medicine. Seminar topics include career pathways in laboratory animal science, resume preparation, manuscript preparation and authorship, life in academics, life in industry and biopharma, regulatory agencies, veterinary and medical school. Speakers include faculty, speakers from industry and pharmaceutical companies, veterinary school and medical school graduates, regulatory and compliance professionals, research scientists, and animal research program/laboratory managers. Students may choose to shadow veterinary clinical faculty or rotate through basic science laboratory, by special arrangement. The objective is to introduce students to the multiple career pathways available to individuals with advanced training in laboratory animal science. May be taken up to six quarters.
Terms: Aut, Win | Units: 1 | Repeatable 6 times (up to 6 units total)

COMPMED 299: Directed Reading in Comparative Medicine

Prerequisite: consent of instructor. (Staff)
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr, Sum | Units: 1-18 | Repeatable for credit

COMPMED 370: Medical Scholars Research

Provides an opportunity for student and faculty interaction, as well as academic credit and financial support, to medical students who undertake original research. Enrollment is limited to students with approved projects.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr, Sum | Units: 4-18 | Repeatable for credit

COMPMED 399: Graduate Research

Investigations sponsored by individual faculty members.Opportunities are available in comparative medicine and pathology, immuno-histochemistry, electron microscopy, molecular genetics, quantitative morphometry, neuroanatomy and neurophysiology of the hippocampus, pathogenesis of intestinal infections, immunopathology, biology of laboratory rodents, anesthesiology of laboratory animals, gene therapy of animal models of neurodegenerative diseases, and development and characterization of transgenic animal models. Prerequisite: consent of instructor.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr, Sum | Units: 1-18 | Repeatable for credit
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