Human Neuroanatomy & Neuroscience I

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The course includes a global introduction on the central and peripheral nervous system, from the clinical and structural perspective, followed by the study of the structure, function, myelination and metabolism of individual nerve cells, their interconnections and the process of synaptic transmission, neurotransmitters and receptors, the anatomy, organization and function of the spinal cord, including all its ascending, descending and local tracts, culminating with a global look at the organization and functioning of the peripheral nervous system. These topics are reinforced by clinical correlation conferences and small group discussion sessions in which physicians and scientists pr esent material related to basic neurosciences topics. The structured component of the course will be offered through conferences and small group discussions.