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Academic Year 2003/2004

Genes in Development
BIOL 315 FA
Crosslistings:
BIOL 515

Drosophila developmental genetics is the primary subject material for the course. Emphasis is placed on the role of genetics (gene activity and regulation) in development as well as the tools of genetics and molecular biology that facilitate the analysis of development. Topics include egg polarity, determination, segmentation, pattern formation and genome mapping.

MAJOR READINGS

Review articles and research papers from current scientific literature will be assigned and suggested.

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

Class participation in discussion, short written reviews of research papers, major library paper on a relevant topic of the student's choosing. Students enrolled in BIOL515 will also do one class participation.

COURSE FORMAT: Lecture/Discussion

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

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

Prerequisites: MB&B205 OR MB&B225 AND BIOL201 Links to Web Resources For This Course.

Last Updated on MAR-19-2004

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