Role of pYap1 in Trophoblast Formation in the Laboratory Opossum

Nadia Safa

Location

Science Center, K209

Document Type

Presentation

Start Date

4-27-2012 4:00 PM

End Date

4-27-2012 5:00 PM

Abstract

An embryo consists of initially unspecialized cells. As development progresses, cell groups differentiate and eventually acquire specific functions. In the marsupial embryo, the trophoblast is the first tissue to form. Using confocal microscopy and immunohistochemistry, I am investigating the sequence of gene interactions that drive trophoblast formation in the model marsupial, Monodelphis domestica. The results will lead to a better understanding of the evolutionary relatedness between marsupial and non-marsupial mammals.

Notes

Session III, Panel 6: From Fertilization to Infection: Studies of Cellular Action
Moderator: Taylor Allen, Associate Professor of Biology

Major

Biology

Advisor(s)

Yolanda Cruz, Biology

Project Mentor(s)

Yolanda Cruz, Biology

April 2012

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Role of pYap1 in Trophoblast Formation in the Laboratory Opossum

Science Center, K209

An embryo consists of initially unspecialized cells. As development progresses, cell groups differentiate and eventually acquire specific functions. In the marsupial embryo, the trophoblast is the first tissue to form. Using confocal microscopy and immunohistochemistry, I am investigating the sequence of gene interactions that drive trophoblast formation in the model marsupial, Monodelphis domestica. The results will lead to a better understanding of the evolutionary relatedness between marsupial and non-marsupial mammals.