Developmental Neurobiology Laboratory

Catalog description

Advanced laboratory projects exploring molecular and cellular mechanisms of neural development, including neuronal identity, migration, synaptogenesis, synaptic plasticity or neural systems organization. Introduction to current and advanced research techniques in developmental neurobiology. Independent design and execution of research projects under instructor guidance. Graduate students will lead experimental projects that will be held to a higher standard of scientific rigor, demonstrating graduate-level mastery of the topics.