BIO 333 - Cellular & Molecular Neuroscience

An advanced examination of neurons at the cellular and molecular levels. Topics include the structure of neurons and glia, neurogenesis, synapse formation, and the molecular basis of neuronal signaling and communication. Special attention is paid to nervous system development, degeneration, and the molecular basis of common neurological disorders. Laboratory projects will utilize the nematode C. elegans to investigate molecular and cellular neurobiology questions using genetic methods.

Prerequisites & Notes
BIO 111/113 and one of the following: BIO 201 (strongly recommended), 208/238, 306/336, 309, or 331 are required.  Not open to first-year students.  Satisfies Group A.

Fall 2020-
Lecture, online. Lab, online or hybrid

An advanced examination of neurons at the cellular and molecular levels. Topics include the structure of neurons and glia, neurogenesis, synapse formation, and the molecular basis of neuronal signaling and communication. Special attention is paid to nervous system development, degeneration, and the molecular basis of common neurological disorders.

Laboratory projects (online with in person optional) will utilize the nematode C. elegans to investigate molecular and cellular neurobiology questions using genetic methods, including genome editing design, and quantification of imaging data.

Click here for a link to a draft of the 2020 LAB syllabus.

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1KP7hpP2kAjPoLdoOUI758HuMELuf9RQz?usp=sharing