Chemical Neurobiology

3 credits · Undergraduate

The goal is to acquaint the student with neurotransmitters (excitatory amino acids, acetylcholine, monoamines, neuropeptides). Anatomical, biochemical, physiological, pharmacological, behavioral, and clinical aspects of individual neurotransmitter systems are discussed. Lectures are given by the instructors. Students are expected to write an examination and a review, and give a presentation. PREREQUISITES: NESC 2470.03/PSYO 2470.03 and NESC 2570.03/PSYO 2570.03, or instructor's consent CROSSLISTED: NESC 5070.03 FORMATS: Seminar