Laboratory sessions include dissection of representative animals and encourage individual research projects. Major parasites of medical and economic interest are examined, including the causal agents of malaria, trypanosomiasis schistosomiasis, and filariasis. The ecology, anatomy, pathology, and public health importance of these parasites are emphasized. Laboratories include both live and prepared material. Offered every other year.
Emphasis is on the basic anatomical patterns of vertebrate structure.
Morphogenesis and structure function relationships are discussed in terms of adaptive significance. Laboratory includes dissections of aquatic and terrestrial vertebrates. Offered every other year. Examines profound ubiquitous influences of the external environment on the body, the physiological responses to environmental challenges, and ways in which these responses contribute to either health or disease. Offered every other year.