Integrative Seminar in Society, Biology, and Health (430-0-1)
Instructors
Thomas McDade
847/467-4304
1810 Hinman Ave., Room #202 , EV Campus
Thom McDade is a biological anthropologist specializing in human population biology. His work is primarily concerned with the dynamic interrelationships among society, biology and health over the life course, with an emphasis on life course approaches to stress and the human immune system.
Meeting Info
ANTHRO Lab A58 - 1810 Hinmn: Tues 2:00PM - 4:50PM
Overview of class
The objective of this course is to survey current efforts to understand the dynamic relationships among society, biology, and health. Many scholars and agencies recognize the need for interdisciplinary approaches that draw on concepts and methods from the social/behavioral sciences as well as the life/biomedical sciences, but successful linkage across levels of analysis has remained an elusive goal. What are the epistemological and methodological challenges to successful integration, particularly in an era of increasing specialization in training and the production of knowledge? What can be learned from prior attempts at integration emerging from distinct disciplinary traditions, including biocultural anthropology, biodemography, psychobiology/health psychology, social epidemiology, and psychosomatic medicine?
Registration Requirements
Priority enrollment for students participating in the graduate cluster in Society, Biology, and Health
Evaluation Method
Class participation, class presentation, and final research paper.
Class Materials (Required)
Course pack of selected journal articles & book chapters.
Enrollment Requirements
Enrollment Requirements: Reserved for Graduate Students.