Advanced Neurobiology I

  • 4
Approx. 27 hours to complete

Course Summary

This course delves deeper into the complexities of the nervous system and its functions. Students will learn about advanced concepts in neurobiology and explore the latest research in the field.

Key Learning Points

  • Gain a deeper understanding of the nervous system and its functions
  • Explore advanced concepts in neurobiology
  • Learn about the latest research in the field

Job Positions & Salaries of people who have taken this course might have

    • USA: $80,000 - $120,000
    • India: INR 6,00,000 - INR 12,00,000
    • Spain: €30,000 - €50,000
    • USA: $80,000 - $120,000
    • India: INR 6,00,000 - INR 12,00,000
    • Spain: €30,000 - €50,000

    • USA: $60,000 - $100,000
    • India: INR 5,00,000 - INR 10,00,000
    • Spain: €25,000 - €45,000
    • USA: $80,000 - $120,000
    • India: INR 6,00,000 - INR 12,00,000
    • Spain: €30,000 - €50,000

    • USA: $60,000 - $100,000
    • India: INR 5,00,000 - INR 10,00,000
    • Spain: €25,000 - €45,000

    • USA: $50,000 - $80,000
    • India: INR 4,00,000 - INR 8,00,000
    • Spain: €20,000 - €35,000

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Learning Outcomes

  • Understand the complex functions of the nervous system
  • Analyze and interpret advanced concepts in neurobiology
  • Apply the latest research in the field to practical applications

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

  • Basic knowledge of biology and physiology
  • Familiarity with scientific research methods

Course Difficulty Level

Advanced

Course Format

  • Lecture-based
  • In-depth analysis of research papers
  • Group discussions and presentations

Similar Courses

  • Neurobiology
  • Advanced Neuroscience
  • Neuropharmacology

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Notable People in This Field

  • Dr. Eric Kandel
  • Dr. Eve Marder

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Description

Hello everyone! Welcome to advanced neurobiology!

Outline

  • Anatomy of the Nervous System
  • Welcome to Advanced Neurobilology!
  • 1.1.1 Terminology
  • 1.1.2 Central nervous system and blood brain barrier
  • 1.1.3 Meninges
  • 1.1.4 Telencephalon
  • 1.1.5 The localization and globalization theory
  • 1.1.6 White matter
  • 1.1.7 Internal structures
  • 1.1.8 Hippocampus and LTP
  • 1.1.9 Cerebellum
  • 1.2.1 Brain stem
  • 1.2.2 Cranial nerves
  • 1.2.3 Ascending and descending tracts and reticular formation
  • 1.2.4 Pons
  • 1.2.5 Reflex and reflex arc
  • 1.2.6 Concepts in the CNS and PNS
  • 1.2.7 Spinal cord
  • 1.2.8 The visceral nervous system
  • 1.2.9 Several pathways of the nervous system
  • 1 神经科学引言
  • 2 神经科学与人类健康和医药工业
  • 3 神经科学的启蒙时代
  • 4 神经科学的问题、方法、层次
  • 5 脑的功能分区:颅相学与Broca’s area
  • 6 脑的功能分区:皮层的分区
  • 7 脑的功能分区:两半球的差别
  • 8 PET和fMRI
  • 9 外周神经系统
  • 10 神经元学说和神经元极性
  • 11 神经环路
  • 12 神经信息传递:动作电位
  • 13 神经信息传递-化学传递
  • Slides are available both in video and adneuro@outlook.com
  • Quiz 1.1
  • Quiz 1.2
  • Morphology of the neuronal cell & Cellular and Molecular Biology of the Neuron
  • 2.1 Reductionism and hypothesis
  • 2.2 Morphology of the neuron
  • 2.3 Visualization of neurons and the neuron doctrine
  • 2.4 The story of the fluorescent proteins
  • 2.5 Stories of the Nobel prize
  • 2.6 Organic fluorescent probes
  • 2.7 Proteins specifically expressed in neurons and "brainbow" technique
  • 2.8 Microscopy techniques I
  • 2.9 Microscopy techniques II
  • 2.10 The electron microscope
  • 2.11 Glia and myelination
  • 2.12 Research: AIS and Ankyrin G
  • 3.1.1 A overview of neurons
  • 3.1.2 Real life situation: Aβ in Alzheimer’s disease
  • 3.1.3 Organelles and cytoskeleton in neurons
  • 3.1.4 Research: induction of the tunneling nanotube
  • 3.1.5 Defects in myelination and related diseases
  • 3.1.6 Synthesis and trafficking of neuronal proteins I
  • 3.1.7 Synthesis and trafficking of neuronal proteins II
  • Quiz 2
  • Quiz 3.1
  • Cellular and Molecular Biology of the Neuron
  • 3.2.1 Cellular information transfer
  • 3.2.2 Signaling molecules
  • 3.2.3 Neurotransmitters and receptors
  • 3.2.4 The synapse
  • 3.2.5 Types of receptors
  • 3.2.6 Crosstalk of cellular signal transduction pathways
  • 3.2.7 The LTP
  • 3.2.8 The molecular mechanism of learning and memory
  • 3.2.9 Glia in a synapse
  • 3.3.1 Alzheimer’s disease: introduction and myths
  • 3.3.2 Alzheimer’s disease: pathology
  • 3.3.3 Parkinson’s disease: introduction
  • 3.3.4 Parkinson’s disease: symptoms and prognosis
  • 3.3.5 Parkinson’s disease: pathology
  • 3.3.6 Parkinson’s disease: treatment
  • 3.3.7 Prion diseases
  • Quiz 3.2
  • Quiz 3.3
  • Signaling within neurons & Ion channels and membrane potentials
  • 4.1 Overview
  • 4.2 The resting potential
  • 4.3 The resting potential and the Nernst equation
  • 4.4 The Nernst Equation
  • 4.5 Biological and electrical proporties of neurons I
  • 4.6 Biological and electrical proporties of neurons II
  • 4.7 Biological and electrical proporties of neurons III.
  • 5.1 Ion channels and membrane potentials I
  • 5.2 Ion channels and membrane potentials II
  • 5.3 Ion channels and membrane potentials III
  • 5.4 Ion channels and membrane potentials IV
  • 5.5 Ion channels and membrane potentials V
  • 5.6 Ion channels and membrane potentials VI
  • 5.7 Ion channels and membrane potentials VII
  • 5.8 Ion channels and membrane potentials VIII
  • Kang Shen - 1
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  • Kang Shen - 6
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  • Kang Shen - 8
  • Liqun Luo - 1
  • Liqun Luo - 2
  • Liqun Luo - 3
  • Liqun Luo - 4
  • Liqun Luo - 5
  • Liqun Luo - 6
  • Liqun Luo - 7
  • Lab page of Dr. Kang Shen
  • Lab page of Dr. Liqun Luo
  • Quiz 4
  • Quiz 5
  • Ion channels, membrane potential and synaptic transmission
  • 6.1 Voltage sensing
  • 6.2 The Na+ gating current
  • 6.3 Inactivation gates
  • 6.4 Ion channel, membrane potential and synaptic transmission I
  • 6.5 Ion channel, membrane potential and synaptic transmission II
  • 6.6 Ion channel, membrane potential and synaptic transmission III
  • 6.7 Ion channel, membrane potential and synaptic transmission IV
  • 6.8 Ion channel, membrane potential and synaptic transmission V
  • Quiz 6
  • Neurotransmitter release
  • 7.1 How does Ca2+ control neurotransmitter release I
  • 7.2 How does Ca2+ control neurotransmitter release II
  • 7.3 How does Ca2+ control neurotransmitter release III
  • 7.4 How does Ca2+ control neurotransmitter release IV
  • 7.5 Molecular mechanism involved in neurotransmetter release I
  • 7.6 Molecular mechanism involved in neurotransmetter release II
  • 7.7 Molecular mechanism involved in neurotransmetter release III
  • 7.8 Molecular mechanism involved in neurotransmetter release IV
  • 7.9 Molecular mechanism involved in neurotransmetter release V
  • 7.10 Molecular mechanism involved in neurotransmetter release VI
  • 7.11 Molecular mechanism involved in neurotransmetter release VII
  • 7.12 Molecular mechanism involved in neurotransmetter release VIII
  • 7.13 Molecular mechanism involved in neurotransmetter release IX
  • 7.14 Molecular mechanism involved in neurotransmetter release X
  • Quiz 7
  • Synaptic transmission & Synapitic plasticity
  • 8.1 Synaptic trasmission I
  • 8.2 Synaptic trasmission II
  • 8.3 Synaptic trasmission III
  • 8.4 Synaptic transmission IV
  • 8.5 Synaptic trasmission V
  • 8.6 Synaptic trasmission VI
  • 9.1 Synapitic plasticity I
  • 9.2 Synapitic plasticity II
  • 9.3 Synapitic plasticity III
  • 9.4 Synapitic plasticity IV
  • 9.5 Synapitic plasticity V
  • 9.6 Synapitic plasticity VI
  • Quiz 8
  • Quiz 9
  • Techniques in neuroscience
  • 10.1 Observation and perturbation
  • 10.2 Animal models in neurological research
  • 10.3 Genetic and molecular techniques
  • 10.4 Anatomical techniques
  • 10.5 Mapping synaptic connections
  • 10.6 Patch recording and optical imaging
  • Quiz 10

Summary of User Reviews

Discover the intricacies of advanced neurobiology with this comprehensive course. Users have praised the in-depth and engaging content, which has helped them expand their knowledge of the subject. Many appreciate the opportunity to learn from top experts in the field.

Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course

Engaging and in-depth content

Pros from User Reviews

  • Taught by top experts in the field
  • Uses real-world examples to illustrate concepts
  • Covers a wide range of advanced neurobiology topics

Cons from User Reviews

  • Requires a strong foundation in basic neurobiology
  • May be too advanced for beginners
  • Some users find the course material challenging to understand without additional resources
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Yan Zhang, Yulong Li
Peking University
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