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Academic Year 2001/2002

Hox Genes and Animal Development
BIOL 313 FA

This is an upper level undergraduate course dealing with the developmental and evolutionary significance of Hox gene structure and function. Since their first discovery in Drosophila in the 1970's as the cause of spectacular homeotic mutations, the homeotic genes, or Hox genes, have been the subject of intensive scientific research. These genes are present in a wide range of organisms from humans to jelly fish, and play a major role in the establishment of the body plans. Using primary literature we will explore the current state of knowledge about clinical, developmental and evolutionary aspects of this gene family.

MAJOR READINGS

Will be taken from the primary scientific literature.

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

Grades will be based on midterm exam, class presentations and participation in class discussion, final term paper.

COURSE FORMAT: Lecture/Discussion

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: UGRD    Credit: 1    Gen Ed Area Dept: NONE    Grading Mode: Graded   

Prerequisites: (BIOL205 AND BIOL206 AND BIOL207) OR MB&B205 Links to Web Resources For This Course.

Last Updated on MAR-19-2002

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