NEUR 0010 - The Brain: An Introduction to Neuroscience
Introduction to the mammalian nervous system with emphasis on the structure and function of the human brain. Topics include the function of nerve cells, sensory systems, control of movement and speech, learning and memory, emotion, and diseases of the brain.

NEUR 0190 - Seeing with Sound: The Biology of Bats and Dolphins
Bats and dolphins use biosonar, or echolocation, to perceive their surroundings. This seminar will examine how their biology has come to depend on this acoustic mode of perception.

NEUR 0650 - Biology of Hearing
Examines the sensory and perceptual system for hearing: the external, middle, and inner ears; the active processes of the cochlea; sound transduction and neural coding; neural information processing by the auditory system; and the nature of auditory perception and its biological substrate.

NEUR 1020 - Principles of Neurobiology
A lecture course covering fundamental concepts of molecular and cellular neurobiology. Topics include structure of ion channels, synaptic transmission, synaptic development, molecular mechanisms of synaptic plasticity, learning and memory and neurological diseases.

NEUR 1030 - Neural Systems
This lecture course examines key principles that underlie the function of neural systems ranging in complexity from peripheral receptors to central mechanisms of behavioral control.

NEUR 1040 - Developmental Neurobiology
Explores the fundamental mechanisms underlying neural development. Topics include patterning of the nervous system, birth and death of neurons, axon guidance, and the formation, maintenance, and plasticity of synaptic connections. Emphasizes the cellular, molecular, and genetic basis of these events and how these basic processes interact with experience to shape the brain. Illustrations are drawn from systems ranging from worms to humans.

NEUR 1600 - Experimental Neurobiology
A laboratory experience in neuroscience with emphasis on cellular neurobiology.  Laboratory sessions will be supplemented by informal lectures designed to introduce topics and to discuss experimental approaches and concepts.

NEUR 1650 - Structure of the Nervous System
Combined lecture and laboratory course on the anatomy of the central nervous system. Lectures survey the circuitry of the major neural systems for sensation, movement, cognition, and emotion. Laboratory exercises (Mon. 10:30-12:30) include brain dissections, microscopy of neural tissue, and discussion of clinical cases.

NEUR 1660 - Cognitive and Neural Systems
This lecture course will examine neural systems subserving such functions as consciousness, sleeping and walking, thinking, selection of action and emotion.  Emphasis will be on evidence from functional neuroimaging in humans, behavioral neurophysiology, and observations from human pathology.

NEUR 1670 - Neuropharmacology and Synaptic Transmission
Synaptic transmission will be studied from a biochemical and pharmacological point of view. We will explore the factors regulating neurotransmitter synthesis, storage, release, receptor interaction, and termination of action. Proposed mechanisms of psychoactive drugs and biochemical theories of psychiatric disorders will be examined.

NEUR 1680 - Computational Neuroscience
A lecture and computing lab course providing an introduction to quantitative analysis of neural activity and encoding, as well as modeling of neurons and neural systems. Emphasizes Matlab-based computer simulation.

NEUR 1930 - Topics in Neuroscience
Seminars on selected topics in neuroscience designed to examine recent research, with an emphasis on critical reading of original research reports. Topics vary from year to year. Preference given to senior neuroscience concentrators.

NEUR 1940 - Topics in Neuroscience
Seminars on selected topics in neuroscience designed to examine recent research, with an emphasis on critical reading of original research reports. Topics vary from year to year. Preference given to senior neuroscience concentrators.

NEUR 1970 - Independent Study
Laboratory-oriented research in neuroscience, supervised by staff members. A student, under the guidance of a neuroscience faculty member, proposes a topic for research, develops the procedures for its investigation, and writes a report of the results of his or her study. Independent study may replace only one required course in the neuroscience concentration. Section numbers vary by instructor. Please see the registration staff for the correct section number to use when registering for this course.

NEUR 2010 - Graduate Proseminar in Neuroscience
A study of selected topics in experimental and theoretical neuroscience. Presented by neuroscience faculty, students, and outside speakers. A required course for all students in the Neuroscience Graduate Program.

NEUR 2020 - Graduate Proseminar in Neuroscience
See Graduate Pro-Seminar In Neuroscience (NEUR 0201) for course description.

NEUR 2030 - Advanced Molecular and Cellular Neurobiology I
Focuses on molecular and cellular approaches used to study the CNS at the level of single molecules, individual cells and single synapses by concentrating on fundamental mechanisms of CNS information transfer, integration, and storage. Topics include biophysics of single channels, neural transmission and synaptic function. Enrollment limited to graduate students.

NEUR 2040 - Advanced Molecular and Cellular Neurobiology II
This course continues investigation of molecular and cellular approaches used to study the CNS at the level of single molecules, individual cells and single synapses by concentrating on fundamental mechanisms of neural development. Topics include the patterning of the nervous system, birth and death of neurons, guidance of nerve processes to their targets, and formation, maintenance and plasticity of synapses. Enrollment limited to graduate students.

NEUR 2050 - Advanced Systems Neuroscience
Focuses on systems approaches to study nervous system function. Lectures and discussions focus on neurophysiology, neuroimaging and lesion analysis in mammals, including humans. Computational approaches will become integrated into the material. Topics include the major sensory, regulatory, and motor systems. Enrollment limited to graduate students.

NEUR 2060 - Advanced Cognitive Neuroscience
Focuses on cognitive approaches to study nervous system function. Lectures and discussions focus on neurophysiology, neuroimaging and lesion analysis in mammals, including humans. Computational approaches will become integrated into the material. Topics include the major cognitive systems, including perception, decisions, learning and memory, emotion and reward, language, and higher cortical function. Enrollment limited to graduate students.

NEUR 2120 - Topics in Visual Physiology
Selected topics in visual physiology are examined through a close and critical reading of original research articles. Emphasizes the anatomical and physiological bases of visual function. Primarily for graduate students with a strong background in neuroscience and a working knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of the mammalian visual system. Offered in alternate years.

NEUR 2150 - Cells and Circuits of the Nervous System
Selected topics on the biology of neurons and neuronal networks emphasizing original research literature about the membrane physiology, transmitter function, synaptic plasticity, and neural interactions of different vertebrate central nervous systems. Primarily for graduate students with a background in basic neurobiology, or undergraduates with permission. Offered alternate years.

NEUR 2160 - Neurochemistry and Behavior
Examines behavior from a neurochemical perspective via readings and discussions based on original research articles. Intended primarily for graduate students with a strong background in neurochemistry and neuropharmacology. Enrollment is also open to advanced undergraduates with an appropriate background. Offered alternate years.

NEUR 2600 - Human Neurobiology
A survey of the anatomy and physiology of the human nervous system emphasizing clinical aspects. Part of the first-year curriculum of the Brown Medical School; not appropriate for undergraduates or graduate students.

NEUR 2930 - Advanced Topics in Neuroscience

NEUR 2940 - Advanced Topics in Neuroscience

NEUR 2970 - Preliminary Examination Preparation
For graduate students who have met the tuition requirement and are paying the registration fee to continue active enrollment while preparing for a preliminary examination.

NEUR 2980 - Graduate Independent Study
Section numbers vary by instructor. Please see the registration staff for the correct section number to use when registering for this course.

NEUR 2990 - Thesis Preparation
For graduate students who have met the tuition requirement and are paying the registration fee to continue active enrollment while preparing a thesis.