CIBA1700 Neurobiology of Brain Disorders (3 cr)
Description
Content
The basic knowledge of neurobiological mechanisms of selected neurological/psychiatric disorders 1) dementia, 2) Parkison’s disease, 3) multiple sclerosis, 4) seizures, 5) cerebrovascular diseases 6) neurotoxicology of alcohol and cannabis.
Completion methods
15 lectures and independent work.
Assessment details
Independent work and presentation in pairs or essay exam.
Learning outcomes
The main focus of the course is in the genetical, biochemical and neuropharmacological background of pathological processes in the following conditions. After the course students should be able to understand the prevailing hypotheses of the causes of these diseases but, also, to understand the main principles of treatment(s) and diagnosis of these conditions.
Description of prerequisites
This course is aimed at students with a basic understanding of neuroscience e.g. CIBA110
Study materials
The course is based on the literature provided during the course