BL 222 - Developmental Biology

Institution:

Saint Vincent College

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Description:

This course provides a comprehensive study of both invertebrate and vertebrate embryology with a particular focus on important model organisms. The course will also provide an overview of plant developmental mechanisms. Areas of study include gametogenesis, fertilization, early embryological events and organogenesis. This course will focus on both classical embryological and modern molecular and genetic techniques. In addition, the course incorporates a component that discusses the bioethical issues surrounding important areas in developmental biology such as cloning and stem cell research. Taken concurrently with Developmental Biology Laboratory. Three credits.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lab

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Institution Website:

www.stvincent.edu

Phone Number:

(724) 539-9761

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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