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Foundations of Neurobiology provides an overview on the development, structure and function of the nervous system, from its molecular and cellular components to more complex motor and sensory system functions. You will learn basic concepts of developmental neurobiology, neuroanatomy, neurophysiology and neuropharmacology that will provide you with the essential foundation for intermediate and higher-level courses in molecular, cellular developmental and systems neuroscience. You will be taught in lectures and student led tutorials which reinforce the content delivered in the lecture; and practica focused on neuroanatomy, neurophysiology and neuropharmacology, to support your learning and introduce and develop key laboratory skills.

You will learn:

• about basic principles underlying how cells in the nervous system originate, form various structures and connect to each other;
• how the gross anatomy of the nervous system evolves during development;
• about all major nervous system parts and regions in anatomical terms;
• how nerve cells encode and transmit information;
• about basic structure and function of major motor systems;
• about the basic structure and function of sensory systems;
• about basic concepts of drug action in neurons;
• about some of the major neurological and mental disorders and some of the therapeutic strategies used to treat them.

Some selected lecture topics

Brain anatomy and morphology

Development of the CNS

Glia

Membrane potential and action potential

Channels and GPCRs

Synapses

Motor reflexes

Sensory systems

Pharmacology

Neurotransmitters

Local anaesthetics

Drugs