Selected topics to be presented by visiting lecturers. 105 Bradfield Hall. Ralph L. Obendorf . Morphology, physiology, and biochemistry of cereal, legume, and oil-seed formation, composition, storage and germination. Emphasis is on the deposition of seed reserves during seed formation, stabilization of reserves during storage, and mobilization of reserves during germination.
Topics range from on-farm problems to molecular mechanisms.
Collaborative preparation for the oral exams is encouraged. Concept maps and vee diagrams can be very useful learning tools. In addition to oral exams, a written paper on a contemporary topic in seed biology is required. Written topics may be in the form of a term paper, a research proposal, or a class project to write an in-depth review paper for publication. Written work is to be complete by April 10 and will count one-third of the course grade.