Biology of Animal Development
A.Y. 2020/2021
Learning objectives
The course will lead the graduate students towards the understanding of the biology of animal development. To this end, different biological models will be considered (Invertebrates/ Vertebrates), of which the various stages of development will be analyzed, starting from the genes, from the molecular and cellular mechanisms that characterize such stages, up to the acquisition of the definitive forms of the organism. It will also be an objective of the course "reading" the biology of animal development through evolutionary lenses (EvoDevo).
Expected learning outcomes
The course will allow the student to acquire the fundamental notions concerning the phases characterizing animal development using selected model organisms. The cultural baggage of the learner will be enriched by the knowledge of the way genetic information rules the cellular and molecular mechanisms that govern cell differentiation and animal development and how this function must be integrated with information brought by the environment. Furthermore, the course aims to educate the student about the links between development and evolutionary processes.
Lesson period: First semester
Assessment methods: Esame
Assessment result: voto verbalizzato in trentesimi
Single course
This course cannot be attended as a single course. Please check our list of single courses to find the ones available for enrolment.
Course syllabus and organization
Single session
Responsible
Lesson period
First semester
The lessons - asynchronous - will be delivered in the form of presentations whose slides will be commented by the teacher. The presentations will be available, without time limits, through the Ariel teaching site. In addition, the presentations will, again on Ariel, also be made available in pdf format. A forum will always be available on the same platform through which learners can communicate directly with the teacher. Then, on a regular basis, synchronous meetings via Microsoft Teams will follow, during which the latest (in chronological order) asynchronous lessons will be the subject of discussion and, if necessary, of in-depth analysis.
The examination methods remain the same, as per the evaluation criteria described below: an oral interview that will take place using the Microsoft Teams platform. During this interview, some of the topics covered during the course will be discussed. All topics contained in the presentations will be potential subject of examination.
The examination methods remain the same, as per the evaluation criteria described below: an oral interview that will take place using the Microsoft Teams platform. During this interview, some of the topics covered during the course will be discussed. All topics contained in the presentations will be potential subject of examination.
Course syllabus
The teaching will lead the graduate students towards the understanding of the biology of animal development. To this end, different biological models will be considered (Invertebrates/ Vertebrates), of which the various stages of development will be analyzed, starting from the genes, from the molecular and cellular mechanisms that characterize such stages, up to the acquisition of the definitive forms of the organism. It will also be an objective of the course "reading" the biology of animal development through evolutionary lenses (EvoDevo).
Prerequisites for admission
Genetics, Molecular Biology
Teaching methods
The interaction between the teacher and the students is based on frontal lessons supported by the production of material (taken from the reference text books and from the scientific literature) in the form of electronic slides which will be presented during classes and made available for download on the dedicated Ariel website. The use of the educational material made available is strongly recommended. In the classroom context, the students will be actively involved in the discussion of the topics concerning the program, so as to develop their critical skills, rework the acquired concepts and communicate them appropriately.
Finally, constant attendance at lessons is highly recommended.
Finally, constant attendance at lessons is highly recommended.
Teaching Resources
· Gilbert SF, Barresi M, Developmental Biology, Sinauer.
· Gilbert SF, Epel D, Ecological Developmental Biology, Sinauer.
· Slack J, Essential developmental biology, Blackwell Science.
· Wolpert L, Biologia dello sviluppo, Zanichelli.
· The scientific publications examined during classes represent a main part of the study program.
· Gilbert SF, Epel D, Ecological Developmental Biology, Sinauer.
· Slack J, Essential developmental biology, Blackwell Science.
· Wolpert L, Biologia dello sviluppo, Zanichelli.
· The scientific publications examined during classes represent a main part of the study program.
Assessment methods and Criteria
The exam consists of an oral test.
Day and time of the exam are always published on the SIFA website, the place not necessarily. In the event that SIFA does not provide this information, please consult the 'EXAMS OF THE DAY' list posted in the hall of the Department of Biosciences (DBS), via Celoria 26, on the day of the test.
Day and time of the exam are always published on the SIFA website, the place not necessarily. In the event that SIFA does not provide this information, please consult the 'EXAMS OF THE DAY' list posted in the hall of the Department of Biosciences (DBS), via Celoria 26, on the day of the test.
BIO/06 - COMPARATIVE ANATOMY AND CYTOLOGY - University credits: 6
Lessons: 48 hours
Professor:
Del Giacco Luca Pasquale Carmelo
Professor(s)
Reception:
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Biosciences Dept, building (torre) B, 7th floor