Laboratory in Basic Practices in Neuroscience
NS&B 251
Spring 2027
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02
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| Crosslisting:
BIOL 251 |
This course will provide students with the knowledge and some tools to solve problems in neurobiology. Topics covered include a fundamental review of neurobiology and approaches in neuroscience research methods, behavioral studies, tissue/cell preparation, and histology/microscopy.
Students will learn how the applications of advanced neuroscience techniques have answered fundamental questions in neurobiology and neurophysiology. Modern approaches and their applications will be discussed, including behavioral studies, tissue preparation and analysis, histology, and microscopy.
The learning outcomes will be assessed by a project, oral presentation of the project, written laboratory class reports (lab notebooks), and a lab practicum. |
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| Credit: 1 |
Gen Ed Area Dept:
NSM NS&B |
| Course Format: Laboratory Course | Grading Mode: Graded |
| Level: UGRD |
Prerequisites: NS&B213 OR BIOL213 OR PSYC240 |
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Fulfills a Requirement for: (Biology)(Neuroscience and Behavior) |
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Past Enrollment Probability: 75% - 89% |
| SECTION 01 |
Major Readings: Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
Select textbook chapters; primary literature (electronic, provided on Moodle); and open access online resources that apply to basic laboratory techniques.
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Examinations and Assignments:
To be finalized, but will likely include like weekly preparation assignments/homework, participation in experiments, lab reports and a term project designing an experiment to test an important hypothesis in the neuroscience field. |
Additional Requirements and/or Comments:
Students must provide their own Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including: 1. Lab Coat: white, below hips, fluid resistant reusable, long sleeves 2. Safety glasses: with wrap-around lenses 3. Lab Notebook: bound |
| Instructor(s): Martin Lopez,Eduardo Times: ...W... 07:10PM-10:00PM; Location: TBA |
| Total Enrollment Limit: 12 | | SR major: 3 | JR major: 6 | | |
| Seats Available: 12 | GRAD: X | SR non-major: 0 | JR non-major: 0 | SO: 3 | FR: X |
| Drop/Add Enrollment Requests | | | | | |
| Total Submitted Requests: 0 | 1st Ranked: 0 | 2nd Ranked: 0 | 3rd Ranked: 0 | 4th Ranked: 0 | Unranked: 0 |
| SECTION 02 |
Major Readings: Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
Select textbook chapters; primary literature (electronic, provided on Moodle); and open access online resources that apply to basic laboratory techniques |
Examinations and Assignments:
To be finalized, but will likely include like weekly preparation assignments/homework, participation in experiments, lab reports and a term project designing an experiment to test an important hypothesis in the neuroscience field. |
Additional Requirements and/or Comments:
Students must provide their own Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including: 1. Lab Coat: white, below hips, fluid resistant reusable, long sleeves 2. Safety glasses: with wrap-around lenses 3. Lab Notebook: bound |
| Instructor(s): Yousuf,Hanna Times: ....R.. 07:10PM-10:00PM; Location: TBA |
| Total Enrollment Limit: 12 | | SR major: 3 | JR major: 6 | | |
| Seats Available: 12 | GRAD: X | SR non-major: 0 | JR non-major: 0 | SO: 3 | FR: X |
| Drop/Add Enrollment Requests | | | | | |
| Total Submitted Requests: 0 | 1st Ranked: 0 | 2nd Ranked: 0 | 3rd Ranked: 0 | 4th Ranked: 0 | Unranked: 0 |
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