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Academic Year 2002/2003
Muscle and Nerve Development
BIOL 343 SP
We will examine the structure and function of muscle cells, the development of muscle cell identity, the development of motor neurons, and the interactions between nerve and muscle that lead to a functioning
neuromuscular
system. The course will focus primarily on vertebrate model systems such as chick, mouse, and fish. We will also examine human diseases, including muscular dystrophies and related neuromuscular disorders.
MAJOR READINGS
Review articles, book chapters and current literature.
EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS
One paper in format of grant proposal; one exam; reviews of three other students' grant proposals; 1 class presentation.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS
Students electing this course should be prepared to read the assignments with diligence and to participate in class discussions. Three types of developmental biology research will be covered in this course: Cell
Biology, Molecular genetics, and
Neurobiology. Students will be expected to be proficient in all of the areas covered, however each student will concentrate in one of those areas, depending on their interests and background. Prerequisites: BIOL205 and
BIOL206 and one 200 or 300 level c
ourse in Cell and Developmental biology, or Genetics, or Neurobiology or permission of instructor.
Unless preregistered students attend the first class meeting or communicate directly with the instructor prior to the first class, they will be dropped from the class list. NOTE: Students must still submit a completed
Drop/Add form to the Registrar's
Office.
COURSE FORMAT:
Lecture/Discussion
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Level:
UGRD
Credit:
1
Gen Ed Area Dept:
NONE
Grading Mode:
Student Option
Prerequisites:
NONE
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Last Updated on MAR-18-2003
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