BIOL 11.09 Biology of the Brain

This course seeks to introduce students to the wonders of the brain and how it works through its basic cellular unit: the neuron. Importantly, this course is intended for students with no prior knowledge interested in indulging their curiosity about basic biology and neuroscience. We will first establish some fundamental principles of the biology of the neuron. Next, we will examine how neurons connect with one another, change and learn, and control behavior. Finally, we will explore our current understanding of neurobiology in disease and neurotechnology. The class will consist of lectures with weekly quizzes and culminate with a cumulative final exam.

Degree Requirement Attributes

Dist:SCI

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Department-Specific Course Categories

Biological Sciences