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NSCI 0420 - Neurogenetics |
*Neurogenetics*
In this course we will examine how genetic analysis can be used to probe the structure and function of nervous systems. Instead of focusing broadly across many fields in neuroscience, as a class we will select a few topics and delve deeply into understanding the controversies and technological advances associated with a particular topic in neurogenetics. We will examine the strengths and limitations of different types of genetic analyses as they are applied to studying neurobiology such as gene knock-outs, CRISPR genome editing, RNA interference, genetic mutant screens, and genome-wide association studies. Class time will primarily be spent discussing the primary literature. A final project will consist of research grant proposal similar to one that would be submitted to the National Institutes of Health or National Science Foundation by a professional scientist. (BIOL 0314 or waiver. Open to juniors and seniors only.) 3 hrs. lect./disc
0.000 OR 1.000 Credit hours 0.000 OR 1.000 Lecture hours 0.000 TO 2.000 Other hours Levels: Undergraduate Schedule Types: Seminar Interdisciplinary Division Prog in Neuroscience Department Course Attributes: SCI Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Colleges: Undergraduate Must be enrolled in one of the following Classifications: 31-36+ Credits Special Student 26-30.99 Credits Prerequisites: Undergraduate level BIOL 0314 Minimum Grade of D |
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