BIOL 3550 - Developmental Biology

Institution:

Fitchburg State University

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Description:

4 cr. 6 hr. Offered in the spring semester for day students. The course examines a detailed survey of developing embryos from the fertilized egg through the various stages leading to the adult organism. Current theories regarding the molecular mechanisms underlying cell differentiation and other classic developmental processes are also themes of this course. Other topics covered in the survey include regeneration, metamorphosis, aging and cancer. Laboratory involves the study of development in live sea urchins, birds, frogs, and ferns as well as work with prepared slides. Prerequisites: BIOL 1800, BIOL 1900, BIOL 2800, BIOL 3250, or permission of Instructor.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.fitchburgstate.edu

Phone Number:

(978) 345-2151

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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