BIO 160A - Developmental Biology and Signal Transduction I

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Stanford University

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Focus is on the molecular mechanisms underlying the generation of diverse cell types and tissues during embryonic and post-embryonic animal development. The role of cell-cell communication in controlling key developmental decisions. Embryonic axis formation, cell fate specification, regulation of tissue and animal size, tissue regeneration, and the evolution of developmental mechanisms. Experimental logic and methods of research in developmental biology. Discussions of research papers. Prerequisite: Biology core or consent of instructor. GER:DB-NatSci 4 units, Win (Simon, M)

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.stanford.edu/

Phone Number:

(650) 723-2300

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Quarter

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