NESC 4185

Synaptic Function, Plasticity

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Key recent research studies in cellular and system neurophysiology are presented and critically discussed. Emphasis is placed on plasticity, synaptic function, excitability, dendritic integration, neural networks and relevant advances in experimental methods. Newly published papers within these areas are reviewed weekly, followed by a more extensive critique of two publications.

Sections

Lecture

From the syllabus

From the Fall 2023 syllabus by Stefan Krueger. Open the PDF

Grading

12%Research publication presentations1 or 2 presentations, 12% each
12%Extensive learning issue responses1 or 2 responses, 12% each
24%Regular learning issue responses (4)6% each
6%Lead discussions (3)2% each
4%Participation in other discussions
30%Final examOnline, asynchronous; open for 24 hours

Textbooks

  • Neuroscience, Dale Purves et al.
  • Neuroscience: Exploring the Brain, Mark Bear and collaborators

Course rules

Missed work
Submit missed learning issue responses by the next seminar; missed paper presentations cannot be made up.
Missed presentations
The final exam is weighted more heavily to compensate for a missed presentation.
Absence
For an unforeseen absence that prevents posting or presenting, submit a Student Declaration of Absence.
Exam
The final exam must be completed without help from other students or AI; course materials and scientific literature search engines are allowed.
Learning issues
Information from peers, the instructor, or AI must be validated and supported with peer-reviewed journal references.

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