Neurobiology

Learning objectives Psychobiology is a discipline that belongs to the life sciences and more particularly to neurosciences. In the field of psychobiology we consider how the relationships between brain and behavior have changed from an evolutionary and developmental point of view. The main objective of the course is to provide students with the basics to address the study and understanding the relationship between the nervous system and behavior, from reflexes to cortical functions. The student is guided to the understanding of the relationship between the structure and function of the nervous system and the strategies for regulating their functions. Particular attention will be devoted to the effects of the environment on the structure and nervous function. The course wil also deal with basic psychopharmacology and animal models of neurologiacal and psychiatric diseases. Knowledge and understanding The student: -Knows the neuroscientific terminology correctly; - Knows the neurobiological bases of behavior; - Knows the different levels of organization of the CNS from the spinal cord to the cortex; - Knows the excitatory and inhibitory mechanisms of NS - Knows the basic techniques for the study of the nervous system, in vitro and in vivo Ability to apply knowledge and understanding The student: - knows how to correctly use neuroscientific terminology - knows how to evaluate the function of different nerve structures and their functional relationships; - knows how to evaluate the role of neurotransmitters in the various brain functions - is able to use the techniques for the study of the nervous system in order to explore its functions. Making judgements - is able to critically analyze scientific literature in the field of psychobiology Communication skills - ability to communicate effectively acquired knowledge to non-specialists - ability to communicate effectively acquired knowledge through a written report - ability to synthesize and communicate complex problems in the field of psychobiology Lifelong learning skills - the student should be able to understand, and evaluate research in the field of neuroscience and develop critical judgment