Bi6140en Embryology

Faculty of Science
Spring 2019
Extent and Intensity
2/0/0. 2 credit(s) (plus extra credits for completion). Type of Completion: zk (examination).
Teacher(s)
Mgr. Jiřina Medalová, Ph.D. (lecturer)
RNDr. Helena Nejezchlebová, Ph.D. (lecturer)
prof. RNDr. Marcela Buchtová, Ph.D. (lecturer)
Guaranteed by
Mgr. Jiřina Medalová, Ph.D.
Department of Experimental Biology – Biology Section – Faculty of Science
Contact Person: Mgr. Jiřina Medalová, Ph.D.
Supplier department: Department of Experimental Biology – Biology Section – Faculty of Science
Prerequisites
During the course all necessary information will be provided. However, basic knowledge of cell biology and histology is welcome.
Course Enrolment Limitations
The course is also offered to the students of the fields other than those the course is directly associated with.
fields of study / plans the course is directly associated with
Abstract
At the end of this course the student will be able to: understand and explain the mechanisms of embryonal development; identify structures that develop during embryogenesis and organogenesis; interpret and explain current knowledge and problems of regenerative and reproductive medicine; formulate and discuss hypotheses on the topic of ontogenesis and evolution.
Learning outcomes
Students should be able:
- understand and explain the mechanisms of embryonal development
- identify structures that develop during embryogenesis and organogenesis
- interpret and explain current knowledge and problems of regenerative and reproductive medicine
- formulate and discuss hypotheses on the topic of ontogenesis and evolution
Key topics
1. Introduction, general terms, basic molecular pathways; 2. Reproduction, gametogenesis, fertilization; 3. Blastogenesis; 4. Sub/in/fertility, reproductive medicine; 5. Gastrulation and tissue development; 6. Somites, neurogenesis 7; Body cavities development; 8. Development of pulmonary and cardiovascular systems; 9. Development of gastrointestinal system; 10. Development of urogenital system; 11. Development of axial skeleton and muscular system; 12. Integument development; 13. Postembryonic development, regeneration, stem cells. In every particular system: elucidation of mechanisms of embryonic origin and development of studied structures (main model – human), deviations from normal development and pathologies, basic signaling pathways regulating development, comparative embryology.
Study resources and literature
  • J. M. W Slack: Essential developmental biology. 2nd edition, 2006. ISBN 978-4051-2216-0.
  • K. L. Moore, T.V.N Persaud: The developing human. Clinically oriented embryology. 8th edition, 2008. ISBN 978-0-8089-2387-9.
  • R. Hodge: Developmental Biology: from a Cell to an Organism. 1st edition, 2010. ISBN 978-0-8160-6683-4.
  • B. M. Carlson: Human embryology and developmental biology. 4th edition, 2009. ISBN 978-323-05385-3.
Approaches, practices, and methods used in teaching
lectures and homework
Method of verifying learning outcomes and course completion requirements
Attendance is not obligatory, but recommended for a good understanding of the topics discussed. A final exam (at the end of the semester) will consist of a test containing 20 multiple-choice questions (one answer is always correct). The test is successfully completed if more than 60 % of answers are correct.
Language of instruction
English
Further comments (probably available only in Czech)
The course is taught annually.
The course is taught every week.
Information on course enrolment limitations: The course is also offered to the students of the fields other than those the course is directly associated with. The capacity is not limited.
Listed among pre-requisites of other courses
The course is also listed under the following terms Spring 2020, Spring 2021, Spring 2022, Spring 2023, Spring 2024, Spring 2025, Spring 2026.
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