Period: 15 April - 19 April 2024 (BMS_P3_A)

Please note: this course is only given once per 2 years.
 
Lecturer(s):
Prof. dr. Rik Korswagen, Hubrecht Institute and Department of Biology, Faculty of Science, UU
Dr. Matilde Galli, Hubrecht Institute
Dr. Aniek Janssen, UMC Utrecht
Dr. Jacques Bothma, Hubrecht Institute
Invited speakers 
 
Description of content
Genetic analysis in model organisms is a powerful approach to gain detailed insight into biological processes. In this course, we will highlight research in model organisms that cover a wide range of topics such as developmental biology, gene expression control, organ development and cell division control. The aim of the course is to provide a basic understanding of how genetics in these organisms can be used to unravel important biological processes. In addition, the course teaches a variety of skills that are important for every researcher, including critical reading and oral presentation.
 
Each day of the course, a different model organism will be discussed, with a basic introductory lecture in the morning and a research seminar in the afternoon. The lectures and seminars will be given by local as well as invited international speakers.
 
In addition to the lectures and seminars, the students will read selected papers on the different topics, discuss these papers with the course organizers and the invited speakers and present these papers in a formal presentation at the end of the course. 

Literature/study material used:
Recent articles featuring the model organisms covered in the course.
 
Registration:
You can register for this course via Osiris Student. More information about the registration procedure can be found here on the GSLS Students' Site.
 
Mandatory for students in own Master’s programme:
No
 
Optional for students in other GSLS Master’s programme:
Given the low number (20) of students that can be accepted, preference will be given to students of the CS&D.
 
Prerequisite knowledge:
BSc BMW / Biology