Bioscience, Neurotechnology & Society. 3 credits

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Bioscience, Neurotechnology and Society explores the implications of developments in basic and clinical neuroscience on social and ethical issues. This course will survey emerging questions raised by recent biotechnology and neuroscientific discoveries on genetic and environmental factors that influence human behavior, decision-making, personality traits, and mental states. Grades will be based on article presentation, class participation, and final written report. Offered by Neuroscience . May not be repeated for credit.