Biophysics 1701-F1-BFIZ-J
The lecture is designed to provide detailed the following issues: Introduction. Subject Biophysics. Construction of the matter. Fundamental interactions. Mathematical description of the relation between physical quantities. Derivative, integral, differential equation. Introduction to quantum mechanics. Thermodynamic system. Enthalpy. Entropy. Free energy, free enthalpy. Chemical potential. Mass transport phenomena. Diffusion, diffusion through the membrane, osmosis.Electrochemical potential. Electrode potential, diffusion potential, membrane potential. Donnan equilibrium. Elements of bioenergetics. Cell membrane, transport across membranes. Resting membrane potential. Electrical model of the cell membrane.Nerve tissue, an action potential. Elements of biomechanics. Liquid flow, the continuity equation, Bernoulli's law. Viscosity. Newtonian liquid. Turbulent fluid motion. Vascular resistance. Surface tension, Laplace's law. Blood viscosity. The mechanism of lung ventilation.
Vibration, acoustic waves. Impedance. Reflectivity. Characteristics of sound, equal loudness curves, the threshold of audibility, sound level, the volume level.
Electricity and magnetism. Electric dipole. Maxwell's equations. Electromagnetic waves. Fibers. Optics. Optical instruments. Microscopic techniques. Resolving power of microscope. Light scattering. Rayleigh scattering, Raman spectroscopy, dynamic light scattering. Spectroscopic techniques. Lighting units.
The circulatory system. Power of the heart. Properties of blood vessels. The action potential of contractile cells. ECG. Einthoven drain. Nuclear forces. Radioactive decay. Detection of nuclear radiation. Physical factors affecting the organism: mechanical, thermal, electrical and magnetic. Electrical properties of cells and tissues. Ionizing radiation.
The physical basis of selected therapeutic techniques: ultrasonic and exposures. Doppler measurement of blood flow. Ultrasound imaging, computed tomography, NMR tomography. Positron emission tomography PET.
During the exercises the students perform the exercises selected from the list below:
01. Electrical parameters of skin.
02. Power dose measurement.
03. Electrical potentials.
04. Determination of sound speed.
05. Transport through the membrane, diffusion, osmosis.
06. Lambert Beer's law.
07. Fluid flow test.
08. Surfase tension.
09. Basis of Magnetic resonance.
10. Hoppler viscometer.
11. Audiometry.
12. Spectral analysis of sound.
13. Microwaves.
14. Magnetic fields.
15. Electrical model of the cell.
16. Biomechanics.
17. Mechanics - moment of force.
18. Basis of electrocardiography.
19. Electrical model of the tissue.
20. Microscope.
21. Basis of ultrasonography.
22. Vision defects.
23. Vision correction.
24. Emission spectrum.
25. Determination of linear absorption coefficient for gamma radiation.
26. Biophysics of the circulatory system.
31. Beta radiation.
32. Bioelectrical impedance.
33. Gamma radiation - statistics.
34. Spectrum of radiation.
35. Radiation detectors.
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Learning outcomes
In terms of knowledge a student:
- knows the construction of matter,
- knows the physical bases of physiological processes,
- knows oxidation and reduction processes
- knows the impact of physical factors on the body,
- knows the physical basis of therapeutic techniques,
- knows physical basis for tissue and organs imaging,
- knows physical bases of analytical techniques.
In terms of student skills:
- uses knowledge of the laws of physics to describe the issues in cell biology, tissues and physiological processes, in particular to explain the impact of external factors such as temperature, acceleration, pressure, electromagnetic fields and ionizing radiation on the organism and its components,
- able to measure or determine the physical quantities in the case of living organisms and their environment,
- demonstrates ability to describe and analyze phenomena and physical processes occurring in the pharmacotherapy and diagnosis of diseases,
- supports a simple measuring instruments and assess the accuracy of measurements,
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In terms of the other responsibilities the student:
- from their own measurements and observations is able to draw conclusions,
- able to use computer techniques to search for information,
- has a habit of continuous training and skill in,
- can collaborate with other professionals in the field of health protection.
Assessment criteria
The written examination for an evaluation. The condition for the exam is to pass the lab.
Practical placement
Proffesional practices are not provided for the subject of biophysics.
Bibliography
The literature on the subject is presented in alphabetical order. The primary textbook is: Jaroszyk F., Biofizyka.
[1] Jaroszyk F., Biofizyka;
[2] Halliday D., Resnick R., Fizyka;
[3] Kędzia B., Materiały do ćwiczeń z biofizyki i fizyki;
[4] Szydłowski H., Pracownia fizyczna;
[5] Terlecki J., Ćwiczenia laboratoryjne z biofizyki i fizyki.
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