BIO 306 - Developmental Biology

Investigates cellular and molecular mechanisms that regulate animal development covering topics such as fertilization, cleavage, gastrulation, axis specification, and organogenesis via analysis of classical and modern experiments. Laboratory emphasizes direct experimental manipulations of early embryos including student-designed research projects.

Prerequisites & Notes
Biology 111 and 112. Biology 301 or 308 recommended. One laboratory meeting per week. Satisfies Group A. (Not offered 2008-09.)