Developmental Biology Laboratory.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Cebra-Thomas, Judith A., author.

Smith, Matthew E., author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Biology--Textbooks.

Biology.

Science--Textbooks.

Science.

Physical Description:

1 online resource

Place of Publication:

Pennsylvania The Pennsylvania Alliance for Design of Open Textbooks (PA-ADOPT) 2025.

Language Note:

In English.

Summary:

This work is designed primarily for use as a laboratory manual in college-level Embryology and Developmental Biology courses and as a companion to developmental biology textbooks. It explores several model animal systems and a variety of the scientific approaches that have been used to study them. It includes both classical embryological observations and manipulations, and more modern techniques, including organ culture and the disruption of developmental processes through pharmacology. The experiments described in the lab manual are designed for 2- to 3-hour laboratory periods. The introductory protocols in each chapter can be adapted to Introductory Biology or Cell Biology courses, while the later protocols are more suited to an advanced course in Developmental Biology. The manual also includes extensive illustrations, preparation guides and appendices to aid the instructor in setting up each lab.

Contents:

Chapter 1: Sea Urchin Development

Chapter 2: Chicken Development

Chapter 3: Zebrafish Development

Appendix A: Instructor's Notes for Sea Urchin Protocols

Appendix B: Instructor's Notes for Chicken Protocols

Appendix C: Instructor's Notes for Zebrafish Protocols

Notes:

Description based on print resource