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Introduction to Neuroscience
A Course for High School Students
The Introduction to Neuroscience course is an ideal introduction to neuroscience for highly motivated high school students interested in advancing their knowledge and understanding of the mammalian nervous system. This twice weekly evening online course will provide a foundation to the study of the mammalian nervous system, with an emphasis on the structure and function of the systems that control movement, sensory processing, and learning and memory. Moreover, we believe that this course can provide a unique gateway into potential research opportunities both at the Burke Neurological Institute and other institutions and has the potential to improve a student’s preparation for college-level science curriculum.
Participating students will gain an understanding of:
- How the brain controls movement.
- How the nervous system is organized.
- What happens after stroke.
- How can the nervous system be repaired.
- What happens in Alzheimer’s disease.
Dates & Details
Winter 2026
February 3, 2026 - April 9, 2026
(no classes the weeks of February 16 and March 30 due to school recesses)
Tuesdays & Thursdays
6:15 pm – 7:45 pm
To be held remotely through online webinars
Registration is now open. Registration deadline is January 31, 2026. Scholarship request deadline is January 17, 2026 and scholarship decisions will be communicated by January 27, 2026.
Eligibility
Pre-requisite or equivalent: Successful completion of NYS Regents Living Environment or equivalent Biology class
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Tuition: $700