Molecular Neurobiology (303-0-1)

Instructors

Tracy M Hodgson
847/491-4823
Tech Institute, Room MG77

Meeting Info

Technological Institute M349: Tues, Thurs 9:30AM - 10:50AM

Overview of class

This course will be part lecture course and part seminar, and will explore how the fields of neurobiology and molecular biology have converged to answer questions about the function of the central nervous system, in health and disease, and ethical considerations in the use of molecular biology techniques. Topics may include: Crispr - Cas9 system and gene editing; transgenic animals; molecular techniques employed to understand and treat neurological diseases such as Parkinson's disease and schizophrenia.

Registration Requirements

Prerequisite: Students must have completed BIOL_SCI 302-0 or NEUROSCI 311-0 to register for this course.

Teaching Method

Lectures; small group and class discussions; student presentation of journal articles

Evaluation Method

Exams; participation in class discussion; oral presentations

Class Materials (Required)

Materials will be posted to Canvas

Enrollment Requirements

Enrollment Requirements: You must have completed BIOL_SCI 302 or NEUROSCI 311 in order to register for this course.