501ab Gross Human Anatomy (3-4, FaSp) A complete dissection of the adult human body. Supplementary lectures and demonstrations. Emphasis on correlating development, structure, and function. Prerequisite: departmental approval.
511abL Microscopic Anatomy (3-3, FaSp) Lectures and laboratory in microscopic anatomy emphasizing embryonic origin of the basic body plan, cells, tissues, and organs; ultrastructural and functional correlations. Prerequisite: departmental approval.
515 Theoretical Basis of Electron Microscopy (2, 2 years, Fa) Optical theory, instrumentation, and fundamentals of biological specimen preparation in selected areas of electron microscopy. Prerequisite: departmental approval.
521 Neuroanatomy (3, Sp) Structure and function of the human nervous system with emphasis on central conduction pathways, especially those of clinical significance. Prerequisite: departmental approval.
524 Comparative Neuroanatomy (2, 2 years, Fa) Examination and correlation of structural and functional patterns of organization in nervous systems utilizing model organisms, strategic sites, methods of investigation, and paradigms of function. Prerequisite: departmental approval.
525 Developmental Neurocytology (2, 2 years, Fa) Ultrastructural features of the nervous system, with particular emphasis on aspects of development and plasticity in the mammalian nervous system. Cellular biology background and departmental approval required.
550abcdef Anatomy and Cell Biology Seminar (1-1-1-1-1-1, max 6, FaSp) Reports and discussion on recent advances in anatomy. Graded CR/NC.
551ab Approaches to Teaching and Research in Anatomy (1-1, 2 years, Fa) Sequence of seminars devised to supplement graduate training in literature analysis, oral communication, research techniques, and philosophy of teaching. Prerequisite: departmental approval.
580 Advanced Cell Biology (3) Current perspectives on major research areas in cell biology. Emphasis will be on in-depth examination of important cellular structures, regulatory processes, intracellular routing and targeting, cell/environment interactions and cell division. Departmental approval is required.
590 Directed Research (1-12, FaSpSm) Research leading to the master's degree. Maximum units which may be applied to the degree to be determined by the department. Graded CR/NC.
594abz Master's Thesis (2-2-0, FaSpSm) Credit on acceptance of thesis. Graded IP/CR/NC.
598 Literature Tutorial (1-3, FaSp) Individualized readings and discussions to provide perspective and supplemental background in areas of faculty research interests. Graded CR/NC.
599 Special Topics (2-4, max 8, FaSp) Special topics to provide background for instruction and research in anatomy. Lecture, discussion, assigned reading, and student presentations.
601L Advanced Regional Dissections (2, FaSp) Advanced dissection of various anatomical regions of the adult human body. Lab, 8-12 hours a week. Prerequisite: ANCB 501ab.
603 Current Topics in Vision Research (2, Sp) Basic science (e.g., anatomy, cell biology, electrophysiology) and clinical aspects of the eye: cornea, lens, retina, and optic nerve. USC faculty and authorities from other institutions will lecture. Prerequisite: departmental approval.
616 Dynamics of Cell Structure (2, max 6, 2 years, Fa) Four to six major areas in cell biology, e.g., cellular membranes, function of the cytoskeleton, cellular adhesion, and cell-extracellular matrix interactions. Current advances; historical perspectives. Prerequisite: ANCB 511abL or departmental approval.
631 Morphogenesis and Regeneration (2, 2 years, Sp) Analysis of developing and regenerating systems: historical and recent interpretations of morphogenetic movements, tissue interactions, fields, gradients, differentiation, and determination. Prerequisite: departmental approval.
641 Brain-Endocrine Interactions in Reproduction (2, 2 years, Fa) Past and current experimental approaches to morphology and endocrinology at hypothalamic, pituitary, and gonadal levels in both males and females. Prerequisite: ANCB 511abL or a general endocrinology course or departmental approval.
790 Research (1-12, FaSpSm) Research leading to the doctorate. Maximum units which may be applied to the degree to be determined by the department. Graded CR/NC.
794abcdz Doctoral Dissertation (2-2-2-2-0, FaSpSm) Credit on acceptance of dissertation. Graded IP/CR/NC.
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