Course Catalog - 2014-2015

     

NEUR 350 - MOLECULAR NEUROBIOLOGY

Long Title: MOLECULAR NEUROBIOLOGY
Department: Neuroscience
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Course Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3
Description: This course covers the molecular, cellular, and biochemical events that underlie neuronal function. Emphasis is placed on the basic chemistry and biology of cells residing the nervous system. The course also covers the structure and function of receptors, channels and pumps necessary for neuronal function and the neurochemistry of specific transmitter systems. The unique demand of neurons as specialized secretory cells is also covered. This course is taught at UTHSC. Instructor Permission Required.Graduate/Undergraduate Equivalency: NEUR 550. Mutually Exclusive: Cannot register for NEUR 350 if student has credit for NEUR 550. Repeatable for Credit.