Module 3: Methods in Neuroscience 6 CP

This module gives students a theoretical insight into current methods used in neuroscience research in general and at the various research groups participating in the program in particular. Students will learn how these methods work in principle, what they are used for, what their potential is and what their limitations are.

Methods will be taught by experts of the various labs in the form of presentations and demonstrations. There will be little to no hands on training.

Methods covered include (subject to change):

• Tissue Isolation and Slicing
• Cell Identification and Tissue Cultures
• Cell Culture
• Neuropathology – Histology
• Cell: Single Electrode Voltage- and Current-Clamp
• Systems: EEG, MEG
• Light, Confocal and Electron Microscopy
• Structural and Functional Neuroimaging
• Molecular Neuroimaging
• PCR
• Gene Knock-Out, Transgenic Animals
• Microdialysis and HPLC Analysis: Analysis of Neurochemicals and Transmitters
• Animal Models
• Conditioning and Behavioral Biology in Rodents
• Neurological Examination

At the end of each semester a final examination consiting of multiple choice and short essay questions will be given.