BIOL 443 - Advanced Topics in Developmental Biology

(4.00)

Designed to emphasize cellular, molecular and biochemical aspects of basic developmental questions, this course introduces the student to modern approaches to determination, differentiation and morpho-genesis. Experimental design and analysis of data are emphasized. Possible topics include molecular and cellular aspects of gametogenesis, fertilization, embryogenesis and continuous development in the adult; mechanisms of intra- and intercellular communication; and pattern formation and positional information. Developmental model systems using unicellular organisms are considered. The course is repeatable for a maximum of 8 credits or 2 attempts if different topics are covered.

Course ID: 52545
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture
Attributes: Writing Intensive (GEP)
Prerequisite/Corequisite: You must have completed BIOL 302 and BIOL 303 and BIOL 442 and ENGL 100 with a grade of ‘C’ or better.