Neuroscience 312nd - Seminar: Topics in Neuroscience-Cellular and Molecular Mechanisms of Neurodegenerative Diseases

The course examines the cellular and molecular mechanisms behind neurodegenerative diseases and describes the basic anatomy and physiology of the brain and nerves. Students dive into the roles that cell quality control plays in neuronal health by exploring the function of the proteasome, lysosome and autophagy in neurodegeneration. Additionally, the course looks at how inflammation can perpetuate and maintain the chronic state seen in neurodegeneration by examining the roles that microglia and astrocytes play in brain health. Students gain experience in the areas of literature search, scientific format and preparation of an oral presentation. Students are limited to a total of two topics of NSC 312. Prerequisite: NSC 210. Enrollment limited to 12. Juniors and seniors only. Instructor permission required.

[CE] JR/SR only; NSC 312 Limit; Prereq: NSC 210