NS 5150

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NS 5150
Obesity and the Regulation of Body Weight

Course information provided by the 2025-2026 Catalog.

Obesity is a complex biological and socioeconomical problem that is multifaceted within each of these broad descriptions. This course provides a comprehensive overview of various influencers and effectors of obesity and body weight regulation. We will examine energy expenditure, genetics, environment, organ physiology, neurological control of hunger, food choice structure, eating behavior, and health disparities. Additionally, this course will examine biomedical and surgical intervention of obesity and associated sequelae. The course is designed to contain lectures with presentation of primary literature and class discussion. We will also have guest lectures to discuss specific topics on obesity and the regulation of body weight!


Prerequisites Recommended prerequisite: NS 1150 or one semester Intro Biology lecture (BIOMG 1350, BIOG 1440, or equivalent), plus Biochemistry (NS 3200, BIOMG 3300, or equivalent).

Enrollment Priority Enrollment limited to: juniors, seniors, and graduate students during pre-enroll.

Last 1 Terms Offered 2025SP

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: NS 3150, PSYCH 3150

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 16608 NS 5150   LEC 001

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  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Prerequisite: NS 1150 or equivalent, NS 3200 or equivalent. Enrollment limited to: graduate students. Please contact the Division of Nutritional Sciences (DNS) Student Services, dnsstudentservices@cornell.edu, with any questions.