Animal Science H521 - Physiology/Reproduction colloq

The course covers in depth the most recent cellular and molecular findings related to mammalian fertilization as well as the technical and ethical issues associated with the application of newly developed assisted reproductive technologies such as intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI) and cloning of animals. The application of these technologies is discussed whether it applies to animals of agricultural importance, wildlife, or humans. In addition, students are required to select a subject from one of the discussed topics in the class.

Concurrent or previous enrollment in AnimlSci 521.

Students should contact instructor rfissore@umass.edu for information on class meeting times.

For enrollment, students should email mjschnei@umass.edu with their SPIRE ID.