BIOS 5590 - Neurobiology

The substrate of behavior will be examined in this interdisciplinary survey of neural structure and function across molecular, cellular and system levels. There will be a strong emphasis on underlying mechanisms in different animal models. Lecture and discussion will be integrated and supplemented by demonstrations. Topics covered will include: membrane biophysics, synaptic physiology, transduction and signaling in the visual, auditory, chemical and somatosensory systems, reflexes, simple behavior and plasticity.

Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: BIOS 3500; PHYS 1130 & 1140; PHYS 1150 & 1160; CHEM 3550 & 3560 recommended.

Credits: 4 hours

When Offered: Spring