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Fundamentals of Neuroscience, Part 2: Neurons and Networks

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Brief Introduction

Discover how neurons work together to create complex networks inside the brain.

Course Summary

Explore the fascinating world of neurons and networks in this second part of the Fundamentals of Neuroscience course by Harvard University. Learn about the structure and function of neurons, synapses, and neural networks, and how they contribute to our understanding of the brain.

Key Learning Points

Understand the structure and function of neurons and synapses
Learn about neural networks and their role in brain function
Explore the latest research in neuroscience

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

- USA: $76,000
- India: ₹1,200,000
- Spain: €35,000
- USA: $76,000
- India: ₹1,200,000
- Spain: €35,000
- USA: $40,000
- India: ₹600,000
- Spain: €20,000
- USA: $76,000
- India: ₹1,200,000
- Spain: €35,000
- USA: $40,000
- India: ₹600,000
- Spain: €20,000
- USA: $50,000
- India: ₹800,000
- Spain: €25,000

Learning Outcomes

Understand the basic structure and function of neurons and synapses
Describe how neural networks contribute to brain function
Explore the latest research in neuroscience

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

No prior knowledge of neuroscience is required
A basic understanding of biology and chemistry is recommended

Course Difficulty Level

Intermediate

Course Format

Online
Self-paced

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Description

Course description

Neurons in isolation are fascinating and complicated, but the real magic of neuroscience happens in the interaction between neurons. In this course, we examine how neurons pass signals to one another and how complex dynamics can result from just a few neurons arranged in relatively simple circuits.

Continue your journey through our Fundamentals of Neuroscience series with animations that explore the richness and complexity of the brain, documentaries about working labs around Cambridge.

Join us as we use virtual labs that simulate neuron circuitry as we investigate the collective behavior of neurons and learn how the brain modulates the signals in those networks.

Knowledge

What you'll learn
Basics of synapses
How neurons communicate with each other
How interconnected neurons in neuronal circuits interact with each other
The role of neuromodulation in the firing of synapses

Outline

Lesson 1: The Synapse

Lesson 2: Excitation & Inhibition

Lesson 3: Small Circuits

Lesson 4: Neuromodulation

Lesson 5: Potentiation & Depression

Summary of User Reviews

Discover the world of neurons and networks with Harvard's Fundamentals of Neuroscience Part 2 course. Users rave about the comprehensive and engaging curriculum, while some mention the difficulty level as a challenge.

Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course

Users praise the course's comprehensive and engaging curriculum.

Pros from User Reviews

Comprehensive curriculum
Engaging content
Expert instructors
Great for beginners
Interactive quizzes and assignments

Cons from User Reviews

Challenging for some learners
Some technical difficulties reported
Limited interaction with instructors
Not enough practical applications
Some outdated information

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