CSB434 – Introduction & Methods of Systems Neuroscience
September 2024
Systems neuroscience aims to provide quantitative and causal links between neural circuits/networks and perception, behavior, and cognition. In this course, I will introduce popular animal models with simpler brains and interpret the neural mechanisms from multiple perspectives, to help students acquire a quantitative understanding. Particularly, this course will emphasize interdisciplinary technology, such as large-scale optical neural recording and computational tools. Knowledge gained will provide insights into understanding brain functions, mental disorders, and artificial intelligence.
CSB1020HS LEC0152 – Current Topics in Systems Neuroscience
January 2024
How do neurons cooperate and coordinate to produce flexible and adaptive behaviors? Using various animal models, this course aims to provide quantitative and causal links between neural circuits/networks and perception, behavior, and cognition at the systems level. Through presentation and writing assignment, students will learn about the popular animal models with simpler brains (such as fly, zebrafish, rodents, and primates), and interpret the neural mechanisms from multiple perspectives, to acquire a quantitative understanding. Particularly, this course will emphasize interdisciplinary technology, such as large-scale optical neural recording and advanced computational tools. Students will take actively roles, present recently published research articles, participate in discussions, and write a report.
In development – Methods and Analysis in Behavioral Neuroscience