The goal of Advanced Brain Science I is to build a strong base of general knowledge in neurobiology and to explore the cellular and molecular basis of brain development and learning and memory. In this lecture series, the professors will teach from the basic properties of molecules to the neuronal cells and related diseases in brain. This course is strongly recommended for students who belong to the department of Brain Sciences as his/her major as well as who are interested in the brain-related research topics.
Neuroscience is the study of the nervous system and the structure and function of the brain. Advanced Brain Science II is designed for graduate students at an introductory level and aims to provide an understanding of molecular, cellular, behavioral, and computational mechanisms. You will learn the terminology and concepts in the field of neuroscience. By broadly covering various topics in neuroscience, it provides fundamental knowledge necessary for studying specific subfields and upper-level classes in the field of neuroscience. We will cover somatic sensation, locomotion, the neurochemical bases of brain and behavior, motivation, sexual behavior, emotion, brain rhythm and sleep, language, attention and consciousness, mental illness, and learning and memory. Advanced Brain Science I is not a prerequisite for taking this course.
Brain engineering is taught from the perspective of engineering principles that introduce the development and implementation of neural technologies and enable a quantitative understanding of the mechanisms by which brain create, transmit, integrate, and perceive signals. This course includes brain stimulation, invasive and non-invasive brain machine interfaces. Neuroimaging techniques and their application for brain science, as well as the novel tools and devices used to diagnose, monitor and improve neurological function will also be discussed.
In this course, we will delve into the brain mechanisms responsible for a range of behaviors and cognitive processes exhibited by living organisms. Through the application of different approaches employed in physiology, neuroscience, psychophysics, cognitive psychology, and functional neuroimaging, you will examine the behaviors and cognitive processes of various species, including rodents, primates, and humans. By the end of the semester, you will have gained a comprehensive understanding of the continuous and intricate functioning of the brain as it carries out numerous cognitive tasks.
This lecture covers essential concepts and methodologies for understanding how the brain processes information and generates behavior. Key topics include neural modeling, neural network architectures, synaptic plasticity, neuronal dynamics, sensory processing, motor control, learning and memory, and the application of computational techniques to study brain function. The lecture provides a foundation to understand and engage with the principles and computational methods used to simulate and analyze brain activity.