Development of the Nervous System, Head, and Neck

Learn more about the formation of the nervous system, including the development of the neural tube and the neural crest cells as well as the ventricular system. Another important topic will be the spinal cord and brainstem development. Peter Ward will also tell you more about the most common malformations of the cerebral development and the eye and ear development.

This online course follows with the growth and ossification of the skull. Learn more about the development of the sutures and the fontanelles as well as the malformations in skull development.

Furthermore, get introduced to tongue and thyroid gland development. Learn more about the formation of the pharyngeal grooves and pouches. You will also get insights in the development of the face and palate.