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Lecturer(s)
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Zrzavý Jan, prof. RNDr. CSc.
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Sehadová Hana, Mgr. Ph.D.
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Gahurová Lenka, Mgr. Ph.D.
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Krejčí Alena, RNDr. Ph.D.
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Course content
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Content of lectures: 1. Introduction, history, theoretical concepts and methodology 2. Life cycles 3. Genetic basis of development: differential expression of genes, intercellular communication during development, cell differentiation and stem cells 4. Principles of morphogenesis 5. Drosophila development 6. Development of nematodes, echinoderms, tunicates and slime molds 7. Early embryonic development of vertebrates 8. Organogenesis 9. Germline cells, fertilization and sex determination 10. Growth and postembryonic development 11. Plant development 12. Evo-Devo - evolution and development
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Learning activities and teaching methods
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Monologic (reading, lecture, briefing), Dialogic (discussion, interview, brainstorming)
- Class attendance
- 45 hours per semester
- Preparation for exam
- 45 hours per semester
- Preparation for classes
- 35 hours per semester
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Learning outcomes
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The aim of the course (suitable for Bc. students) is to understand the basis of embryology of model multicellular organisms, and the molecular, cellular, genetic, and evolutionary (evo-devo) aspects of development.
To understand the basis of embryology of model multicellular organisms, and the molecular, cellular, genetic, and evolutionary (evo-devo) aspects of development.
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Prerequisites
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no requirements/prerequisites
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Assessment methods and criteria
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Written examination
Written examination consisting of three questions.
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Recommended literature
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Gilbert S.F. Developmental Biology . Sinauer Ass. (nejnovější vydání 2013).
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Wolpert L. a kol. Principles of Development. Oxford Univ Press (nejnovější vydání 2010).
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