BIOL 404B - Developmental Physiology Lecture and Lab

Units: 5

Provides an in-depth analysis of developmental physiology. Uses examples of many different animal groups to convey important concepts in how animal function develops, how development is influenced by the environment, and how development in other animals can inform us about human development and disease. Covers the basics of developmental biology, the link between development, physiology and evolution, the interaction between the environment and physiology during development, phenotypic plasticity, and the development of physiological systems. The laboratory component provides hands-on experience with experimental techniques for examining developmental physiology across a range of animal groups. Covers techniques in how to examine, stage and rear developing animals; assess phenotypic responses to altered environmental conditions; perform ecotoxicological assays; and measure morphology and physiology. Includes multi-week experiments to assess changes in physiology during development. Perform statistical analyses and present experimental results will be in written and oral forms. Field trip(s) during or outside of class may be required.
Three hours of lecture. Four hours of laboratory. May not be taken for credit by students who received credit for: BIOL 604L or BIOL 404. Dual-listed: BIOL 404B and BIOL 604L are dual-listed. These courses will be taught together by the same instructor.

Prerequisite(s): BIOL 353.