Genetic and epigenetic determinants of development from conception to birth. Topics include development of the neural tube, face, heart, endoderm, blastocyst, embryonic stem cells, gastrulation, genomic imprinting, placental complications, chromosomal abnormalities and prenatal diagnosis. Discussions based on published research articles. [3-0-1] Prerequisite: One of BIOL 233, BIOL 234 and one of BIOL 331, BIOL 335. A standing of 'B' or higher recommended.
Genetic and epigenetic determinants of development from conception to birth. Topics include development of the neural tube, face, heart, endoderm, blastocyst, embryonic stem cells, gastrulation, genomic imprinting, placental complications, chromosomal abnormalities and prenatal diagnosis. Discussions based on published research articles. [3-0-1] Prerequisite: One of BIOL 233, BIOL 234 and one of BIOL 331, BIOL 335. A standing of 'B' or higher recommended.
