Introduction to Neuroscientific Methods and Brain Anatomy
5244INTN6Y | |||||
6 (6 EC) | |||||
English | |||||
| 2014-2015 | |||||
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Institute for Interdisciplinary Studies | |||||
Secretariaat IIS | |||||
| Aanmelden | |||||
Leerdoelen
1. To acquire basic knowledge about neuroanatomy and model-based neuroscientific techniques.
2. To learn to summarize and critically present recent neuroscientific articles.
3. To understand the advantages and pitfalls of several methods used in cognitive neuroscience.
Inhoud
Starting from a decision-making theoretical framework this introductory course focuses on three main aspects of model-based neuroscience.
In the first part, students will receive an introduction in the anatomy of the human brain with a focus on cortico-basal ganglia networks. The second part of the course introduces two popular neuroimaging techniques: functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) and electroencephalography (EEG). In the third part, students will learn about the so-called `model-based approach’ where neuroscientific methods such as fMRI or EEG are combined with cognitive models that quantify latent psychological processes. In addition, there will be one practical session where students are given the opportunity to get hands-on experience in conducting EEG research as well as one MRI data acquisition demonstration.
Aanbevolen voorkennis
Basic understanding of statistics and the gross anatomy of the human brain. Strong interest in cognitive processes, cognitive neurosciences and decision-making behavior.
Aanmelden
You must register through SIS at least four weeks before the course starts. Students other then Brain and Cognitive Sciences students also need to submit a secondary subject application. More information can be found at: http://www.student.uva.nl/bcs
Werkvorm
Seminars and 2 practical sessions
Onderwijstijden
Studiemateriaal
For most meetings two or three articles should be read in advance (approximately 50 pages per week). The articles are available on blackboard.
Aantal deelnemers
Max. 20
Toetsvorm
The overall assessment is based on the presentation of a research paper (30%), mini-exams during class (10%), and a written exam at the end of the course (60%).