The Role of Ribbon in Gonad Development and Homeostasis
Major
Biology
Anticipated Graduation Year
2020
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Open Access
Abstract
Failure to form an organ with proper form and function can lead to birth defects, disease, and even lethality. The gene ribbon (rib) is critical for proper embryonic gonad development, and continues to be expressed in the germ cells and somatic cells of the adult gonad (Weyers et al., 2011; Silva et al., 2016). Our research has shown that it is important to have the appropriate levels of Rib present in the somatic gonadal cells and germ cells of the developing gonad. These studies will help to achieve a more complete understanding of the molecular mechanisms regulating sex-specific gonad development.
Faculty Mentors & Instructors
Dr. Jennifer Mierisch, Assistant Professor, Department of Biology
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The Role of Ribbon in Gonad Development and Homeostasis
Failure to form an organ with proper form and function can lead to birth defects, disease, and even lethality. The gene ribbon (rib) is critical for proper embryonic gonad development, and continues to be expressed in the germ cells and somatic cells of the adult gonad (Weyers et al., 2011; Silva et al., 2016). Our research has shown that it is important to have the appropriate levels of Rib present in the somatic gonadal cells and germ cells of the developing gonad. These studies will help to achieve a more complete understanding of the molecular mechanisms regulating sex-specific gonad development.
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This is a link to my oral presentation, which includes a powerpoint with a voiceover for each slide: https://luc.voicethread.com/share/14135609/