History of Neuroscience - September 19

Suggested Reading

• Article on history of neuroscience
• Article on phrenology
• Article on Cajal and the Spanish Neurological School
• Article on the mind-body problem
• Article on Descartes and modern neuroscience

Lesson Objectives

• Understanding how our view of the brain and central nervous system has evolved both over time and in different civilizations.
• An ability to identify notable figures and their contributions to neuroscience.
• An ability to elaborate on the mind-body problem.
• Understanding how neuroscience research shapes our understanding of human consciousness.
• Establish a familiarity with the levels of analysis used in current neuroscience research.
• Understanding the relationship between basic neuroscience and research on nervous system disorders.

About Introduction to Neuroscience

Burke Neurological Institute, in White Plains, is offering an Introduction to Neuroscience course for interested High School students. 

Syllabus