Biophysics 1655-Lek11BFIZ-J

The Biophysics subject aims to provide knowledge about the physical basis of biological processes - the mechanisms of action of physical factors on the human body and the theoretical basis of physical methods used in medicine. During classes (lectures and laboratories), students have the opportunity to understand how the laws of physics translate into regularities determining the behavior of biological systems - they consider the laws of mechanics to the locomotor organs, test electrical models of tissues and cells, examine simple processes of diffusion and osmosis and look for references to mass transport through biological membranes, as well as finding analogies in the circulatory system to the laws of hydrostatics and hydrodynamics observed in model systems. The physical basis of the functioning of the sense organs: hearing and sight is discussed. Among the issues discussed during the classes, an important place is devoted to the physical presentation of the basics of diagnostic methods, e.g. electrocardiography or ultrasound imaging. Issues related to the interaction of light with tissues, and light sources, including the structure, operation, and application of lasers in medicine are discussed.
The subject is intended to develop students' ability to use the acquired knowledge, the ability to analyze and interpret the results of measurements, and the ability to critically evaluate measurement results. Conscious and active participation in laboratory classes that correspond to the issues discussed in the lecture is intended to teach students how to cooperate in a research team, develop in them a sense of responsibility for the correct and reliable conduct of research, and help them understand the value and necessity of continuous updating of knowledge and self-education.