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Embryology and Cell Differentiation
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:23:43
Abstract
The course is a literature seminar or "journal club". Each Friday a student, or a member of the Suter group in the Institute of Cell Biology, will present a paper from the recent literature.
Objective
The course introduces you to some of the most recent developments in the fields of developmental and neurobiology. It should also help to develop your skills in critically reading the scientific literature. You should be able to grasp what the authors wanted to learn, why they chose the experimental approach they used, strengths and weaknesses of the experiments and the data presented, and how the work fits into the wider literature in the field. You will present one paper yourself, which will give you practice in public speaking.
Content
You will present one paper yourself. Give an introduction to the field of the paper, then show and comment on the main results (all the papers we present are available online, so you can show original figures with a beamer). Finish with a summary of the main points and a discussion of their significance. You are expected to take part in the discussion and to ask questions. To prepare for this you should read all the papers beforehand (they will be announced a week in advance of the presentation).
Resources
Lecture Notes
Presentations will be made available after the seminars.
Literature
We cover a range of themes related to development and neurobiology. Before starting your preparations, check with Ned Mantei, who can also help with finding an appropriate paper.
General Information
- Language
- English
- Levels
- MSC
- Frequency
- Semesterly recurring
Examination
- Type
- graded semester performance
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| seminar | Embryology and Cell Differentiation |
|
1 h weekly |