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May 01, 2026
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2023-2026 Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
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NSL 501 - Principles of Neuroscience and Neuroanatomy Laboratory
Starting with a general exploration of the intrauterine development of the neural tube and neural crest cells, the course explores the anatomical and physiological foundation of the nervous system within a developmental context. It provides a general overview of the neural and chemical basis of behavior. The lectures will mostly address normal neurological development and functioning but will refer of the clinical implications of various endogenous and exogenous abnormalities such as genetic and neurodevelopmental variations and morphological abnormalities. The sensory, motor and arousal systems will be explored. In addition, the neural basis of learning will be examined in detail.
The anatomy laboratory will be integrated with the class lectures for further understanding of the neuroanatomical correlates of learning. By the end of the course the student should be able to identify the most significant brain structures. Exposure to these laboratory sessions will enhance students’ understanding of complex theoretical information such as the neurophysiology of learning.
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