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HAP-21806 Behavioural Endocrinology

Behavioural endocrinology refers to genetic, molecular, cellular, physiological and social influences on behaviour. This course reviews the current state of knowledge at the interfaces of hormones and behaviour in mammals

The completely renewed course Behavioural Endocrinology consists of 4 themes, namely:

  1. Introduction to behavioural endocrinology;
  2. Reproduction;
  3. Regulation of homeostasis;
  4. Stress, social behaviour and learning

The course addresses basic principles of behaviour and endocrinology, but especially outlines the interrelationships of hormones, behaviour and nervous systems. Contemporary knowledge is presented from diverse perspectives taking into account the historical background and findings that laid the foundations for modern studies of behavioural endocrinology.