MCE1101

Introduction to mammalian embryology

(MED)

Dr M Pera

6 points + 6 weeks (first 5 weeks - two 1-hour lectures, 1-hour tutorial, 1.5-hour seminar, 1.5-hour journal review) and 2-hours revision in week 6 + IRD + MMC + First semester

Synopsis: This unit will provide students with the basic embryological knowledge that is essential for working in a clinical human IVF laboratory. Theoretical information about fertilisation, implantation, early embryo development to gastrulation, and differentiation, from a cellular, genetic and molecular perspective, will be presented and discussed in lectures, tutorials, seminars and journal reviews.

Assessment: Written examination (1.5 hours): 50% + Presentation of journal review: 20% + Essay (2500 words): 30%