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| Module Availability |
| Semester Two |
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| Assessment Pattern |
Coursework - 20%
Examination - 80% |
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| Module Overview |
The program of the Neuroscience Level 3 module is designed to cover a large spectrum of neuroscience emphasizing on the molecular and cellular processes in the brain underlying the physiology and diseases of the nervous system. In particular, this module focuses on neuroendocrinology, complex brain functions, ageing and neurodisorders.
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| Prerequisites/Co-requisites |
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| Module Aims |
· To cover the relationship between the endocrine system and nervous system, with emphasis on current hot topics in Neuroendocrinology and Neuroscience
· To expand the understanding of complex brain functions with emphasis on areas of expertise within active research programmes in the FHMS
· To expand the understanding of normal and abnormal functioning of the central nervous system and the underlying molecular bases
· To obtain a strong base in neurobiology to relate to neuropharmacology
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| Learning Outcomes |
On successful completion of this module you should:
· Have a working knowledge of the role of the endocrine system in a whole range of physiological processes ranging from neuronal input to complex behaviours
· Appreciate the contribution of sleep to the endocrine system and brain functions
· Have an understanding of the molecular bases of learning & memory
· Gain insight into adult neurogenesis and its functional relevance to learning and memory, as well as brain functions and neurodisorders
· Have a working knowledge of the brain control of movement and mechanisms underlying several neurodisorders associated with abnormal movement, such as Huntington’s and Parkinson’s diseases
· Expand the knowledge of a wide-range of neurodisorders
· Have a working knowledge of the cellular and molecular basis of neurodisorders and the ageing brain |
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| Module Content |
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Lecture No:
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Lecturer
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Topic
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1
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RWS
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Introduction and Tutorial on coursework
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2
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RWS
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Brush-up on anatomy of the nervous system
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3
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JDJ
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Structure and function of the neuroendocrine hypothalamus
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4
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JDJ
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Regulation of the hypothalamus by systemic hormones
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5
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JDJ
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Tutorial: how do scientists study neuroendocrine function?
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6
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JDJ
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Kisspeptin: a novel neuropeptide regulating reproduction
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7
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JDJ
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Control and timing of puberty
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8
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RWS
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Control of appetite
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9
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RWS
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Control of stress
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10
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JDJ, RWS
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Tutorial 1: Neuroendocrinology
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11
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D-JD
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Sleep as a modulator of the endocrine system
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12
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D-JD
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Contribution of sleep to brain functions
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13
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D-JD
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Sleep disorders
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14
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YC
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Molecular mechanisms of Learning and Memory I
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15
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YC
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Molecular mechanisms of Learning and Memory II
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16
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RWS
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Neurogenesis: development versus adulthood I
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17
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RWS
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Neurogenesis: development versus adulthood II
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18
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RWS
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Brain control of movement I
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19
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RWS
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Brain control of movement II
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20
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YC, RWS
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Tutorial 2: Complex brain functions
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21
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AB
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Neurobiology of addiction I
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22
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AB
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Neurobiology of addiction II
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23
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RWS
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Neurodisorders I
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24
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RWS
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Neurodisorders II
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25
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RWS
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"Normal" ageing brain
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26
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RWS
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Neurodisorders associated with ageing
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27
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LM
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Molecular mechanisms of neurodegeneration I
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28
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LM
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Molecular mechanisms of neurodegeneration II
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29
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LM
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Molecular mechanisms of neurodegeneration III
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30
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AB, LM, RWS
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Tutorial 3: Addiction and Neurodisorders
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| Methods of Teaching/Learning |
| Lectures |
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| Selected Texts/Journals |
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Neuroscience: Exploring the Brain, Bear, M.F., Connors, B.W., Paradiso M.A., 3rd Edition, Lippincott, Williams and Wilkins,
Baltimore, Maryland, , 2006
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| Last Updated |
| 3 May 2011 |
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