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Academic Year 2003/2004

Muscle and Nerve Development
BIOL 343 FA
Crosslistings:
NS&B 543
BIOL 543
NS&B 343

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; one 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.

COURSE FORMAT: Lecture/Discussion

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

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

Prerequisites: (BIOL205 AND BIOL206 AND BIOL207) OR (MB&B205 AND MB&B206 AND MB&B207) OR (BIOL225 AND BIOL206 AND BIOL207) OR (MB&B225 AND MB&B206 AND MB&B207)

SECTION 01

Instructor(s): Devoto,Stephen Henri   
Times: .M.W... 02:40PM-04:00PM;     Location: SHAN314
Reserved Seats:    (Total Limit: 12)
SR. major: 3   Jr. major: 3
SR. non-major: 3   Jr. non-major: 3   SO: 0   FR: 0

Special Attributes:
Curricular Renewal:    Speaking, Writing
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Last Updated on MAR-19-2004

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