Development, Morphology and Function of Organs and Systems

The course applies both theoretical and practical approaches to the understanding of the main biological mechanisms driving embryo development. Tissue spatial organization is examined at the microscopic as well as macroscopic level. Beside the course will illustrate the most advanced veterinary biotechnological methods currently in use. Particular emphasis will be given to methods for stem cell derivation and to the main techniques used in cell therapy and translational medicine.

At the end of the course the student acquires:
- Knowledge and understanding of the various anatomical districts of the body, their function and interactions/regulations as well as the process regulating their differentiation.
- Ability to apply knowledge and understanding in critically read the textbooks and use an improved communication using scientific terminology.
- Practical skills in the preparation, staining and interpretation of histological sections