Master program
MSc Neurosciences Wahlplichtpraktikum:
Neuromodulators in Animal Behavior (WPP 13)
Lecturer/Supervisor |
Prof. Dr. A. Zimmer, PD Dr. A. Bilkei-Gorzo, Dr. A. Schmöle, Dr. C. Nozaki, Dr. E. Drews, Dr. B. Schürmann |
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Date |
TBA |
Location |
Institute of Molecular Psychiatry, Life & Brain, 2nd floor |
Type of course |
Block course, lectures, seminars and guided practical work |
Language of instruction |
English |
Aims |
This module is centered on the question of how neuromodulators influence brain function at the molecular, cellular, and systems levels. Complex animal behaviors will be comprehensively analyzed from the behavioral to the cellular and molecular level, thus introducing students into concepts, approaches and modern methods in behavioral genetics. The module will address the potential and limitations of genetically manipulated mice in the study of gene functions. Students will thus learn to appreciate the potential and limitations of genetic mouse models for human psychiatric diseases. |
Contents |
• Basic methods in the genetic manipulation of mice |
Requirements for participation |
First university degree from one of the following areas: Biology, Medicine, Pharmacy, Psychology, Chemistry, Physics, Biotechnology or a related course of study. |
Capacity |
Max. 6 participants |
Form of testing and examination |
Written test report and final oral presentation |
Links |
Wahlplicht-Modul: Cellular and Behavioral Genetics (WPM 4)
Lecturer/Supervisor |
Prof. Dr. A. Zimmer, PD Dr. A. Bilkei-Gorzo, Dr. A. Krämer, Dr. A. Schmöle, Dr. C. Nozaki, Dr. E.Drews, Dr. B. Schürmann |
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Date |
TBA |
Location |
Institute of Molecular Psychiatry, Life & Brain, 2nd floor |
Type of course |
Block course, lectures, seminars and guided practical work |
Language of instruction |
English |
Aims |
Knowledge about the neurobiological and genetic basics of selected behavior and modern behavioral and genetic methods of investigation. Insight in the possibilities and limitations of genetic animal experiments. Referring to this, complex genetic mechanisms and methods of investigation will be developed. |
Contents |
- Molecular biology of neuromodulating systems, genetic control of behavior |
Requirements for participation |
First university degree from one of the following areas: Biology, Medicine, Pharmacy, Psychology, Chemistry, Physics, Biotechnology or a related course of study. |
Capacity |
Max. 6 participants |
Form of testing and examination |
Seminar talk, protocol, final oral exam |
Links |