Neurobiology of Brain Diseases

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The course covers fundamental concepts of the nervous system functions and provides contemporary knowledge and insights into the genetic, molecular, cellular, and neural basis of brain diseases. The course will focus on neurodegenerative and cognitive disorders prevalent in our society that include Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, prion disease/CJD, autism, depression, ADHD, mental retardation and PTSD.