Neurobiology of Disease 132:235

"Neurobiology of Disease" will explore the basis of major diseases affecting the nervous system. This is the third year this course has been offered and was developed in response to a nationwide concern that graduate students in neuroscience and other disciplines do not learn enough disease oriented biology. Experts from throughout the university, as well as a few visiting lecturers, will provide state of the art overviews on the clinical, neuropathological, physiological and molecular features of disease. Lecturers will also discuss key areas that hold promise for future research, including the development of rational therapies. Diseases to be discussed will include: neurodegenerative diseases (Alzheimer, Parkinson disease, expanded repeat diseases including Huntington's disease), neurodevelopmental disorders, muscular dystrophies, dystonia, stroke, epilepsy, depression, anxiety and schizophrenia.
requirements: final term paper modeled on a research grant; participation in weekly discussion of topical research articles

Time & Location: 1:00P - 2:30P TTh S724 GH Institute of Neurological Diseases (7th floor off of elevator C)