BIOL 4245

Students will examine developmental processes from fertilization to adulthood with a particular emphasis on the underlying cellular and molecular mechanisms. Students will survey development in a number of model organisms, with a specific focus on mammalian development and the relevance to human health. Students will examine current topics in developmental biology through analysis and discussion of data from current research papers. In the laboratory, students will conduct research activities in developmental biology using model organisms, and will gain experience in both written and oral reporting of research results.