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Courses taught: 163 THE ENCHANTED CORTEX: A JOURNEY INSIDE THE BRAIN
An
introduction to the fundamental concepts in cell biology and genetics
through an exploration of the structure and function of the brain.
Readings and discussion will focus on a number of topics that may
include how chemicals produced in the brain affect emotions, mood and
memory; and the effect of drugs on brain function including the use of
neuroactive drugs in the treatment of ``mental illness.''
Prerequisites: none. Three lecture hours per week. Offered
occasionally. (4 credits)
164 BIOLOGICAL BASIS OF THERAPEUTICS
An
introduction to the fundamental concepts in cell biology and genetics
through an exploration of how drugs work and are used to treat various
human diseases & disorders. The course will focus on cellular
communication; potential gene therapies; drug effects on physiological
systems and basic pharmacological principles. The weekly discussion
section will explore research methods and approaches taken in the quest
to treat human disease and disorders. Prerequisites: none. Three
lecture hours per week. Offered occasionally. (4 credits)
265 CELL BIOLOGY
An
introduction to the molecular and cellular processes of living
organisms. Special attention is paid to problems faced by living cells
in the acquisition of energy, growth and repair, reproduction and
communication with other cells. Recent advances in biotechnology are
also discussed. Prerequisites, Chemistry 112 or 115 or concurrent
enrollment in Chemistry 112 or 115. Three lecture hours. Every
semester. (4 credits)
356 CELLULAR AND MOLECULAR NEUROSCIENCE
A
study of the cellular and molecular mechanisms underlying the
biological basis of behavior. While particular emphasis is placed on
the molecular and cellular components of the nervous system, these
components are the foundation for the analysis of various systems.
Discussion topics may include the role of neurotransmitters,
neuromodulators and receptors in learning and memory, multiple
sclerosis, Alzheimer's disease and drug addiction. The laboratory will
be used to introduce major research techniques in neurobiology. These
techniques will be used in independently designed research projects.
Prerequisites: Biology 255 (Cell Biology & Genetics Lab), Biology
260 (Genetics) and Biology 265 (Cell Biology), Chemistry 211 (Organic
Chemistry I), Biology 367 (Human Physiology) or Psychology 248
(Behavioral Neuroscience) or permission of instructor. Three lecture
hours and one four-hour laboratory per week. Spring semester. (4
credits)
250 NEUROANATOMY
The
anatomical structure and function of the human nervous system will be
explored through analysis of human brain specimens, and artistic
photographic and computer graphic representations of nervous system
structures at both the microscopic and systems levels. This course is
designed to provide an understanding of the neuroanatomical landmarks
and features required for further study in neuroscience. It is designed
for students with a strong interest in neuroscience. Prerequisites:
Biology 163 (Enchanted Cortex) or Psychology 180 (Brain, Mind and
Behavior) or permission of the instructor. Offered occasionally. (2
credits)
367 HUMAN PHYSIOLOGY
An
introduction to human physiology. The course focuses on the major
physiological systems of the human body (e.g., circulatory,
respiratory, gastrointestinal, urogenital and the nervous system). A
special emphasis is placed on homeostatic mechanisms and the role of
the endocrine and nervous system in this process. Lecture/discussion
will span the basic structure and function of these systems as well as
the underlying cellular mechanisms. Prerequisite: Biology 255 (Cell
Biology & Genetics Lab), and Biology 265 (Cell Biology). Three
hours of lecture and one three-hour lab each week. Fall semester. (4
credits)
475 RESEARCH IN NEUROSCIENCE
This
course offers an opportunity to work with a faculty member on current
research in neuroscience. Extensive laboratory research, readings and
discussion of the scientific literature related to the research area
are undertaken. A research project is selected in consultation with the
instructor. Prerequisites: junior or senior standing, Biology 367
(Human Physiology) and Biology 356 (Cellular and Molecular
Neuroscience), and Chemistry 211 and permission of the instructor.
Offered occasionally. (4 credits)
486 SEMINAR IN NEUROPHARMACOLOGY (Same as Psychology 486)
This
is an advanced course that will focus on the study of drugs used to
alter the central nervous system. The course will begin with basic
pharmacological principles and then concentrate on the various uses of
drugs to alter brain neurochemistry. Topics for discussion will include
the pharmacological treatment of schizophrenia, depression, pain,
anxiety and generally, the neurochemical basis of behavior. In addition
to discussion of the use of drugs for clinical purposes, a significant
amount of time will be spent on the use of ``drugs of abuse'' (e.g.
cocaine, marijuana, LSD). While the focus of the course will be on the
biochemical mechanisms of these drugs, an effort will be made to
investigate and discuss the sociological ramifications of drug use.
Three discussion/lecture hours per week. Prerequisites: Biology 356
(Cellular Molecular Neuroscience), Psychology 248, junior or senior
standing or permission of the instructor. Alternate years. (4 credits)
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