Imaging in the Nervous System - February 13

Suggested Reading

• Textbook Ch7 pgs 186-191

Lesson Objectives

• A survey of common imaging techniques for non-invasive exploration of the brain: understanding basic techniques and applications as well as advantages and disadvantages.
• Understanding basic principles of microscopy, histology and immunohistochemistry.
• Fluorescence and fluorescent proteins: the bedrock for many imaging methods of neural tissue.
• Understanding the how genetic engineering contributes to many neural imaging strategies. 

About Introduction to Neuroscience

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

Syllabus