Learning objectives
Acquisition of a solid knowledge on the origin of sexual reproduction, sex determination and on cytological and molecular aspects of oogenesis, spermatogenesis and fertilisation.
Course unit content
<p>Recent studies of reproductive and developmental biology have set the conceptual bases for a better understanding of the processes of mammalian gametogenesis, fertilisation and development, opening new applicative perspectives in biomedicine. The course aims to delivere a solid knowledge on the origin of sexual reproduction, sex determination and on cytological and molecular aspects of oogenesis, spermatogenesis and fertilisation. Frontal lessons will be followed by laboratory experiences.<br />
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