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Elements of the history of neuroscience, the main research methods, outline of functional and structural anatomy of the nervous system, regulation of movement, perception, learning and memory, development and regulation of drives, emotions and motivation. Neurotransmission and the action of psychotropic drugs. The maturation of the brain and the development of the mind. genes-environment interaction.

Biology

1. Neurosciences. Exploring the brain. by Bear Mark F. - Connors Barry W. - Paradise Michael A. Published by Masson. Chapters: Introduction to neuroscience- The structure of the nervous system- The central visual system- The somatosensory system- The cerebral control of movement- The chemical control of the brain and behavior- The motivation- The brain mechanisms of emotions, -The language - Mental illness - The development of brain connections - Memory systems - The molecular mechanisms of learning and memory.

Lectures and laboratory (Biofeedback).

optional frequency

Objective of the test. The overall assessment will take into account the student's ability to reason and study independently, as well as the ability to critically evaluate scientific papers proposed during the laboratory hours. Intermediate tests will be carried out during the course in order to assess the learning ability. Two intermediate tests will be carried out, one in the middle of the course and the other one at the end of the course. Type, duration and method of administration Written: Multiple choice answers and open questions. The possibility of oral integration is foreseen. Final evaluation. The final evaluation will be based on the intermediate tests and, at choice of the student, on a possible oral integration. The overall assessment will also take into account the active participation, the reasoning and autonomous study skills demonstrated by the student.

1. Neurosciences. Exploring the brain. by Bear Mark F. - Connors Barry W. - Paradise Michael A. Published by Masson.

The course will consist of both lectures and discussions guided by the professor.