Biology of reproduction

This unit will provide you with the foundations of mammalian embryology. Theoretical information about the components of the male and female reproductive system from germ cell origin to birth, including genetic and epigenetic regulation will be presented.

Key features of oogenesis, folliculogenesis and spermatogenesis, embryo development, gastrulation, implantation and placentation will be discussed. Current controversies in the assisted reproductive technology (ART) field will be integrated into the unit.