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25 Fevereiro 2026, 13:30 • Rafael Neto Henriques

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Physiological Complexity and System Dynamics Basics

25 Fevereiro 2026, 10:00 • Rafael Neto Henriques

In the first part of the lecture, the inherent complexity of physiological systems was explored, as well as the resulting necessity for mathematical models to aid in their understanding. Complexity is examined through five key attributes: the high number of system elements, their intricate interconnectivity, the presence of nonlinear relationships, developmental asymmetries, and nonholonomic constraints that allow for local regulation. In the second part of the class, simple models were introduced to represent the dynamics of systems with a single state variable in their differential equation format and analytical solution.

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25 Fevereiro 2026, 08:30 • Rafael Neto Henriques

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Introduction to the Curricular Unit

24 Fevereiro 2026, 11:00 • Rafael Neto Henriques

In this introductory lecture, the course motivation, objectives, and logistics were presented, defining a model as a simplified representation of reality used to gain insights, make predictions, and support clinical measurements. The session explored modeling applications across research, educational, and clinical environments, while outlining the course program, necessary prerequisites, and primary bibliography. Finally, the evaluation structure was established, consisting of a 60% theoretical-practical component (tests/exam) and a 40% practical-laboratory component centered on a MATLAB/PYTHON-based project.

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24 Fevereiro 2026, 08:30 • Alexandre da Rocha Freire de Andrade

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