Course Description

40-404 Genetics and Molecular Biology of Development W(3-2) [0.50]

An examination of the genetic mechanisms which specify organismic development. Molecular biology of determination and cell differentiation, homeotic genes, oncogenes, genetic control of morphogenesis and pattern formation. Application of embryo manipulation techniques in basic science and medicine. Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics. (Offered in even-numbered years.)

Prerequisites: 40-202.

Exclusions: 40-407.

Course Profile

1998-99 Undergraduate Calendar