Neurons Course
Dive deep into neuronal function from ion channels through synaptic plasticity. Tailored for biological science professionals, this course delivers a clear, mechanistic understanding of neuronal excitability, signaling, and network dynamics, empowering better data interpretation and experimental design in neuroscience.

4 to 360h flexible workload
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What will I learn?
This course provides a solid foundation in neuron structure, membrane potentials, and excitability, advancing to action potential generation, saltatory conduction, and synaptic transmission involving key neurotransmitters and neuromodulators. You'll delve into dendritic integration, inhibitory mechanisms, glial cell functions, neural plasticity, and core experimental techniques, equipping you to analyze and plan contemporary neuroscience research.
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Develop skills
- Master synaptic transmission by mapping neurotransmitters, receptors, and vesicle dynamics.
- Analyze membrane and action potentials with Nernst, Goldman, and Hodgkin-Huxley models.
- Predict neuronal excitability based on ion channels, myelination, and axonal structure.
- Interpret dendritic integration, inhibition, and homeostatic plasticity within neural circuits.
- Apply foundational patch-clamp and imaging methods to connect neuron structure to function.
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