Developmental Biology

Catalog description

A course on the classical, genetic, and molecular analysis of embryonic development with lab. Its purpose is to offer a blend of classical and modem topics, which are organized in three parts: 1. The natural sequence of developmental stages from gametogenesis and fertilization to histogenesis; 2. The differential gene expression; and 3. a series of core topics including pattern formation, sex determination, hormonal control, and growth. Examples are picked as they serve best to illustrate the general points to be made. Mammals or other vertebrates will be preferred whenever possible because we have a natural interest in their development.