Molecular Neuroscience

Catalog description

Examines living brains at the most fundamental level – that of ions, molecules, membrane structures and cells. Touches upon the molecular machinery responsible for information processing by neuronal and non-neuronal brain cells. Focuses on the common motifs involved in intra and inter-cellular communication, including membrane excitability, electrochemical signal transduction, synaptic transmission and short and long-term storage of memories. Uses this information to gain insight into the mechanistic basis of a range of brain states.