BIO308
Neurobiology
Biology
BC
Subject code
BIO
Course Number
308
Department(s)
Instructor(s)
M. Kruse
Course Long Title
Neurobiology
Cross Listed Courses
Description
An introduction to the molecular and cellular principles of neurobiology and the organization of neurons into networks. Also investigated are developmental and synaptic plasticity, analysis of signaling pathways in cells of the nervous system, and the development of neurobiological research, from studies on invertebrate systems to usage of stem cell-derived brain organoids and gene-editing techniques such as CRISPR/Cas9. Laboratories include analysis of nerve cell activity, computer simulation and modeling, and the use of molecular techniques in neurobiology. Prerequisite(s): BIO 242, or BIO 195 and 202. The course may be offered with a lab in some semesters; this is indicated in the Schedule of Courses.
Modes of Inquiry
Quantitative and Formal Reasoning [QF], Scientific Reasoning [SR]
Writing Credit
No writing credit
INDS Program Relationship
IDBC, IDNS - NRSC Program
GEC This Course Belongs To
-
Class Restriction
Exclude First Years
Offering Frequency
Normally offered every year