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Academic Year 2005/2006

The Cell in Development
BIOL 321 SP

This course will examine the cellular basis for animal development, focusing on cell movements, cell adhesion, cell polarity and the cell-cell interactions that underlie development. The course will highlight recent advances in our understanding of the molecular mechanisms of these cell behaviors and how they lead to tissue morphogenesis. Most examples will be from vertebrate model systems, although some Drosophila work will be covered.

MAJOR READINGS

Text: Martinez Arias and Stewart, Molecular Principles of Animal Development
Review articles and research papers from the current scientific literature will assigned and suggested.

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

Class participation in discussion, oral presentation, major library paper on a relevant topic of the student's choosing, one midterm and a final exam.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS

Course will be taught in lecture style and part in participating seminar style.

COURSE FORMAT: Lecture/Discussion

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: UGRD    Credit: 1    Gen Ed Area Dept: NSM BIOL    Grading Mode: Student Option   

Prerequisites: ([MB&B205 or BIOL205] AND [BIOL206 or MB&B206]) OR ([MB&B225 or BIOL225] AND [BIOL206 or MB&B206]) OR ([MB&B181 or BIOL181] AND [BIOL182 or MB&B182]) OR ([MB&B195 or BIOL195] AND [BIOL182 or MB&B182]) Links to Web Resources For This Course.

Last Updated on MAR-30-2006

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