University of North Texas - BIOL 3452C. elegans Research Proposal

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Caenorhabditis elegans Research Proposal Julie Gomez April 3, 2018 BIOL 3452.503 Ripa 1 https://www.coursehero.com/file/31748567/C-elegans-Research-Proposaldocx/ This study resource was shared... via CourseHero.comTable of Contents Introduction…………………………………………………..3 Background…………………………………………………..3 Research Design…………………………………………..4/5 Expected and Preliminary Results………………………5/6 Works Cited……………………………………………………7 2 https://www.coursehero.com/file/31748567/C-elegans-Research-Proposaldocx/ This study resource was shared via CourseHero.comIntroduction Caenorhabditis elegans is a popular genetic model organism, preferred for its small size and observable phenotype. Among the observable phenotypes of C. elegans are blistered worms, with fluid filled blisters on their cuticles possibly caused by a genetic mutation. To identify this genetic mutation, we can isolate the blistered phenotypes and determine the gene responsible for the blistered gene product by using forward genetic screening. Understanding the biological process involved in the blistering of tissue of C. elegans can contribute to the understanding of a similar biological process in humans. [Show More]

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