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376-1305-00L 3 Credits BSC , MSC D-HEST , D-BIOL , D-CHAB

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Development of the Nervous System (University of Zurich)

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Abstract

The lecture will cover molecular and cellular processes underlying the development of the nervous system (neurogenesis, cell death, cell migration and differentiation, axon guidance and synapse formation). The importance of these processes in the context of developmental diseases is discussed.

Objective

On successful completion of the module the student should be able to - relate structure and function of the nervous system to its development - apply principles of molecular, cellular, and developmental biology to the development of the nervous system - identify key steps in development underlying neurological syndromes and diseases Key skills On successful completion of the module the student should be able to - interpret and critically evaluate original research reports - apply knowledge and relate experimental approaches from molecular, cellular and developmental biology to the developing nervous system.

Content

The lecture will cover molecular and cellular processes underlying the development of the nervous system. After an introduction to structure and function of the nervous system, we will discuss neurogenesis, cell death, cell migration and differentiation, axon guidance and synapse formation. The importance of these processes in the context of developmental diseases will be discussed.

Resources

Lecture Notes

Must be downloaded from OLAT:https://www.olat.uzh.ch/olat/dmz/as BIO344

Literature

The lecture requires reading of book chapters, handouts and original scientific papers. Further information will be given in the individual lectures and are mentioned on OLAT.

General Information

Language: English
Levels: BSC , MSC
Frequency: Yearly recurring

Examination

Type: graded semester performance

Registration modalities, date and venue of this performance assessment are specified solely by the UZH.

Course Components

Type	Title	Time & Place	Hours
lecture	Development of the Nervous System (University of Zurich) together with University of Zurich BE AWARE: Lecture starts already on 15 September 2025 One hour of self-study per week is included in the course.	Mon 08:00-09:45 (Y15 G 40) 15.09 Date 08:00-09:45 (Y15 G 40)	2 h weekly