9 71 - Functional MRI Investigations of the Human Brain

Institution:

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

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Description:

Covers design and interpretation of fMRI experiments, and the relationship between fMRI and other techniques. Focuses on localization of cognitive function in the human brain. Students write papers and give presentations, explain and critique published papers, and design but do not conduct their own fMRI experiments. Upon completion, students should be able to understand and critique published fMRI papers and have a good grasp of what is known about localization of cognitive function from fMRI. Instruction and practice in written and oral communication provided. Limited to 12.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

Prereq: 9.07; 9.34, 9.35, 9.65, 9.66, or permission of instructor

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

web.mit.edu/student/

Phone Number:

(617) 253-1000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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