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BIOL521
Muscle and Nerve Development
BIOL521 FA
| Section | Class Size | *Available | Times | POI | Prereq |
|---|
| 1 | 12 | 1 | Times: .T..... 7:00PM-9:30PM; | Yes | Yes |
*The number of spaces listed as available is based on class seats open for
the Blue Add phase of registration. Some seats may be taken in previous
phases while others may be held out for subsequent phases of registration.
(Last Updated on Tue Aug 10 05:00:30 EDT 1999
)
In this class 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; reviews of three other students' grant proposals;
two class presentations.
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
course 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: Discussion Lecture Seminar
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Level: GR Credit: 1.00
Prerequisites:
MB&B205 and BIOL206
- Section 01
- Devoto, S
- Times: .T..... 7:00PM- 9:30PM;
- Grading Mode: Mixed
- Registration Preference (1 high to 6 low, 0=Excluded) Sr: 1, Jr: 1, So: 2, Fr: 0
- Major Preference Given
- Permission of Instructor Required.
Last Updated on MAR-22-1999
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