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Prerequisites/Notes:
CHEM 116, BIOL 150 and either NESC 200 or PSYC 384, or consent of instructor
Catalog Description :
A study of the nervous system from the perspectives of psychology and biology. Topics vary year to year and may include glial cells, neural development, and the evolution of nervous systems and neurotransmitter systems. Lecture only. May be repeated when topic is different.
Topic for Fall 2022: Aging and the Brain
Prerequisites: CHEM 116, BIOL 150 and one course in psychology; or PSYC 360 and one course in biology; or consent of instructor
With the advancement of medicine, our population continues to grow older, and the prevalence of age-related diseases is on the rise. In particular, the brain undergoes many molecular changes with aging that makes is susceptible to disease, such as dementias and Alzheimer’s disease. In this course, we will explore the mechanisms of aging and their impact on the brain, disease manifestations related to aging in the brain, and the current medical treatments for age-related brain disorders.
Attributes: Cross-Listed Course, GER Speaking Intensive, 200-399 Foundation/Gateway Crs
Term |
Fall Term 2022 |
Instructors |
Maeghan k Murie |
Course |
BIOL 340 |
Grade Mode |
Standard |
Title |
TOP: AGING AND THE BRAIN (S) |
Final Exam |
Sunday, Nov 20, 2022 11:30 a.m. - 02:00 p.m. |
CRN |
5848 |
Status |
Active |
Class Time |
09:50 AM-11:00 AM MWF STEI 127 |
Start-End Date |
Sep 12, 2022-Nov 22, 2022 |
Campus |
Appleton Main Campus |
Units |
6 |
Cross Listed as |
PSYC 580 |
Course materials |
View Book Information |
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Maximum |
Number registered |
Total Registered in Crosslisted Group |
Number on waitlist |
Seats available |
Enrollment: |
15 |
8 |
15 |
0 |
0 |
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