BI 340A - Cell and Developmental Biology

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Merrimack College

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Description:

An examination of the molecular mechanisms for cell growth, reproduction, differentiation, motility and homeostasis. These topics will be studied in the context of both adult tissue and embryonic stages of development. Specific topics include the cytoskeleton and cell motility in gametes and during embryonic stage of gastrulation, signal transduction during fertilization and pattern formation during embryogenesis, cell differentiation during organogenesis, cell communication, membrane transport, protein secretion and the cell cycle in cancer cells. In the laboratory students will be introduced to a variety of model systems of embryonic development and will perform independent research projects. Given in alternate years. Prerequisites: BI 127A, BI 115A, BI 218A, BI 219A. Three hours and one laboratory period per week.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.merrimack.edu

Phone Number:

(978) 837-5000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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