Bi6140en Embryology

Faculty of Science
Spring 2025
Extent and Intensity
0/0/0. 2 credit(s) (plus extra credits for completion). Type of Completion: zk (examination).
Teacher(s)
Mgr. Marek Hampl, Ph.D. (lecturer)
RNDr. Helena Nejezchlebová, Ph.D. (lecturer)
doc. RNDr. Marcela Buchtová, Ph.D. (lecturer)
Guaranteed by
doc. RNDr. Marcela Buchtová, Ph.D.
Department of Experimental Biology – Biology Section – Faculty of Science
Contact Person: doc. RNDr. Marcela Buchtová, Ph.D.
Supplier department: Department of Experimental Biology – Biology Section – Faculty of Science
Prerequisites
(! Bi6140 Embryology ) && (!NOWANY( Bi6140 Embryology ))
During the course all necessary information will be provided. However, basic knowledge of cell biology and histology is welcome.
Course Enrolment Limitations
The course is also offered to the students of the fields other than those the course is directly associated with.
fields of study / plans the course is directly associated with
Course objectives
At the end of the course the students are able to: Understand and explain developmental processes; Identify structures formed during embryogenesis; Interpret and explain recent knowledge and problems in the field of embryology;
Learning outcomes
Students should be able:
- understand and explain the mechanisms of embryonal development
- identify structures that develop during embryogenesis and organogenesis
- interpret and explain current knowledge and problems of regenerative and reproductive medicine
- formulate and discuss hypotheses on the topic of ontogenesis and evolution
Syllabus
  • Introduction, general terminology, reproduction, gametogenesis • Fertilisation, blastogenesis • Gastrulation • Development of musculoskeletal motoric system • Development of cardiovascular and lymphatic system • development of respiratory system • Development of gastrointestinal system 1 • Development of gastrointestinal system 2 • Development of excretory system • Development of reproductive system • Development of nervous system • Development of sensory system • Development of integument
Literature
  • R. Hodge: Developmental Biology: from a Cell to an Organism. 1st edition, 2010. ISBN 978-0-8160-6683-4.
  • B. M. Carlson: Human embryology and developmental biology. 4th edition, 2009. ISBN 978-323-05385-3.
  • K. L. Moore, T.V.N Persaud: The developing human. Clinically oriented embryology. 8th edition, 2008. ISBN 978-0-8089-2387-9.
  • J. M. W Slack: Essential developmental biology. 2nd edition, 2006. ISBN 978-4051-2216-0.
Teaching methods
lectures and homework
Assessment methods
Attendance is not obligatory, but recommended for a good understanding of the topics discussed. The final exam is oral (30 minutes).
Language of instruction
English
Further comments (probably available only in Czech)
The course is taught annually.
The course is taught: in blocks.
Information on course enrolment limitations: The course is offered to incoming Erasmus students. The students even of the fields other than those the course is directly associated with can be enrolled in this course.
Listed among pre-requisites of other courses
The course is also listed under the following terms Spring 2019, Spring 2020, Spring 2021, Spring 2022, Spring 2023, Spring 2024.
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