Biology Lab 1
Prerequisiti
- Basic knowledge of biology.
- Interest in using animal models for research.
- Suggested for the second year.
Programma
- Introduction to an animal model for the study of the biology of aging (Nothobranchius furzeri).
- Housing, breeding and reproduction of the model.
- Maintenance of eggs and embryos.
- Hatching and maintenance of larval fish.
- Dissection of sacrificed adult specimens and extraction of organs and tissues for histology or molecular analysis.
- Transgenesis techniques and microinjection of fertilized embryos.
- Advanced housing systems for the analysis of biological parameters: aquariums with automatic environmental conditions controlled by Arduino.
- Basic programming in Arduino IDE: control of mechanical parts, video cameras, sensors.
Obiettivi formativi
Practical approach to laboratory experimentation. Ability to conceive and carry out experiments in an animal model. Basic training regarding the housing and handling of the fish Nothobranchius furzeri.