BIOL 5600 - Developmental Biology (with Lab)

Goals: To survey developmental processes in a variety of protists, plants and animals. To design and perform experiments that address topics chosen by students, using developmental systems. To practice writing skills.

Content: The genetic basis of development, sexual reproduction, morphogenesis, and embryonic development in animals, plant development, pattern formation, regeneration, metamorphosis, and aspects of cancer and aging.

Taught: Alternate years

Prerequisite: BIOL 3050 or BIOL 3060 (grade of C- or better), or instructor permission

Note: Students must concurrently register for a lecture and a corresponding 0-credit lab section of this course.

Credits: 4