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Developmental Biology (CEDB30003)
Undergraduate level 3Points: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
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Semester 2
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In this subject students will gain a detailed understanding of the molecular, biochemical and cellular events that regulate the development of specialised cells, tissues and organs during embryonic development. In particular, cell signalling pathways that regulate embryonic induction, tissue interactions and pattern formation, and expression of regulatory genes. A particular focus is the experimental strategies and techniques that are used to identify molecular and cellular mechanisms of development.
Intended learning outcomes
Students will comprehend the molecular, biochemical and cellular events that regulate the development of specialised cells, tissues and organs during embryonic development, particularly cell signalling pathways that regulate embryonic induction, tissue interactions and pattern formation, and expression of regulatory genes; and understand the experimental strategies and techniques that are used to identify the molecular and cellular mechanisms of development.
Generic skills
On completion of this subject, students should:
- Be able to interpret scientific literature.
- Have the capacity to integrate knowledge across several disciplines.
- Appreciate the usefulness of basic research for understanding and solving current biological problems.
- Have the ability to critically analyse scientific data.
Last updated: 2 November 2024