Biology 323 - SEM:TOPC DEVELOP- REGENERATION
Spring
2018
01
4.00
Michael Barresi
T 01:00-04:00
Smith College
30343-S18
WRIGHT 002
mbarresi@smith.edu
Topics course.: “I’d give my right arm to know the secret of regeneration” Oscar E. Schotté (1950). Why can some worms and salamanders regrow whole body parts, yet mammals cannot? This seminar explores the developmental mechanisms known to enable regeneration in some species and the possibility of fostering regeneration in humans. Students start with primary research literature and video conferences with the original researchers to create a documentary movie focused on different aspects of regeneration. Prerequisites: BIO 132 (formally 150) and one upper-level BIO course. BIO 202, 230, and 302 are recommended. May not be repeated for credit. Enrollment limited to 12.
Not open to first-years, sophomores