Course Rationale and Context

The global diabetes epidemic represents one of the most significant public health challenges of the 21st century, with projections indicating that approximately 1.31 billion individuals worldwide could be affected by diabetes by 2050 if current trends continue . This 3-credit postgraduate course (BCH-000) has been designed to address the critical need for advanced education in the biochemical mechanisms underlying diabetes mellitus and its multifaceted complications. The course integrates contemporary research findings with practical laboratory experiences to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the pathophysiological processes and molecular pathways involved in diabetes development and progression.

The curriculum is specifically designed for postgraduate, Master's and M.Phil. students in Medical Biochemistry and related health sciences who seek to develop specialized knowledge in metabolic disorders. The course content reflects the latest scientific advancements in diabetes research, including the molecular basis of insulin resistance, the biochemistry of hyperglycemia, and the cellular mechanisms leading to microvascular and macrovascular complications. Through both theoretical and practical components, students will gain the necessary advanced knowledge and skills to contribute to ongoing research efforts aimed at understanding and combating this complex disease.