An introduction and discuss ion of the various model organisms employed in the life sciences from the unicellular organisms like E. coli and Baker's yeast to simple and complex multicellular organisms like Drosophila, C. elegans, mouse and Arabidopsis. The course will discuss major discoveries made with these organisms, their advantages and disadvantages and maintain a historical perspective on the use of these organisms.Weekly
An introduction and discuss ion of the various model organisms employed in the life sciences from the unicellular organisms like E. coli and Baker's yeast to simple and complex multicellular organisms like Drosophila, C. elegans, mouse and Arabidopsis. The course will discuss major discoveries made with these organisms, their advantages and disadvantages and maintain a historical perspective on the use of these organisms.Weekly
