Module: Current Techniques in Neuroscience
CSB1020H/S, Teaching Section LEC 0124
Coordinator
Dr. Baohua Liu
Offered Winter session, 6 classes
Enrolment limited to 10 graduate students
Weight
One module (0.25 FCE)
Location
Online
Schedule
Tentative, all online
Course Description
This course will examine emerging cutting-edge techniques that are revolutionizing fundamental neuroscience research. Techniques to be investigated include: optogenetics, chemogenetics, current strategies for cell-type-specific transgene expression and virus-based circuit tracing, large scale electrophysiology, next generation fluorescent indicators, new imaging techniques such as two photo imaging and super-resolution microscopy. Students will take an active role in researching these techniques and presenting their theoretical foundations as well as practical applications, including advantages and disadvantages, to the class.
Evaluation
Presentation 60%
Participation 40%
Pre-requisites
Background in Neuroscience
Reading Materials
Required readings will be primary research articles and reviews, and will be provided during the first week of class
Website
Quercus
Last updated on August 10th, 2023