BIOLOGY 115 - Cellular and Molecular Neurobiology

Institution:

Duke University

Subject:

Biology

Description:

This course will cover the molecular and cellular components underlying nervous system function. Topics include the regulation of the neuronal cytoskeleton, process outgrowth and axon guidance, transport mechanisms, the generation and propagation of the action potential, components of the presynaptic and postsynaptic terminals, growth factors in development and regeneration, neuronal stem cells, and sensory signal transduction. Lectures by the instructor and expert guests, with regular readings of current and/or historical primary literature. Prerequisites: Biology 19 or 25L or 101L or equivalent, and Psychology 101RE. Instructor: Sherwood or Volkan

Credits:

1.00

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Instructional Type:

Discus/recit

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Institution Website:

WWW.DUKE.EDU

Phone Number:

(919) 684-8111

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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