1 Molecular Biology 3M03 Fundamental Concepts of Development This course examines fundamental mechanisms underlying development, from an embryological and molecular genetic point of view. Besides class material presented by Dr. Campos, Drs. Gupta, Gillespie and West‐Mays have been invited to showcase their model organisms and research programme. We will begin by examining how pattern and identity is established in early embryogenesis, and then proceed to explore how cells acquire their fate, and build the intricate morphology of the maturing embryo. Lecture material will be complemented by laboratory demonstrations. The first half will focus on early development using three classical model systems, sea urchins, frogs, chicks and flies. The second half of the course will examine specific processes underlying cellular diversity and morphogenesis and is focused on nervous system development. This will be complemented by additional model systems in which a genetic approach to development is employed (guest speakers). In each of these model systems a specific hypothesis will be addressed and experiments and current models will be discussed. Course Instructor: Ana Campos Office LSB 541 e‐mail: Office Hours: by appointment Please make inquiries by e‐mail Lectures: Tuesday and Wednesday 12:30‐13:20, ABB 136 Labs: Tuesday and Wednesday, 14:30 LSB 109 and 110 Textbook Gilbert, Developmental Biology strongly recommended, either 9th or 8th Edition is acceptable.
- feb 28‐29 central nervous system development chapter 9
- jan 24‐25 continuation and chapter 8 chicken
- week 4 dr.
- week 3 sea urchin i jan 17‐18
- week 7 dr.
- week 5 frog i or ii jan 31‐feb 1
- week 9 fly lab i feb 28‐29