BIO 345 - Developmental Biology

Institution:

Adelphi University

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Description:

4 credits This course will examine sperm and egg structure and the mechanisms of fertilization. It will also examine the molecular mechanisms of cell movement, migration, and shape change in the establishment of embryonic and adult body plan. The role of differential gene expression will be presented to explain the formation of distinct cell populations and the establishment of body organs. The analysis of development presented in this course will provide the student with the understanding that genes, cells and the environment must all interact for the zygote to achieve adulthood. Lecture and one laboratory period each week.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lab

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Institution Website:

WWW.ADELPHI.EDU

Phone Number:

(516) 877-3000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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