Graduate Courses in Anatomy & Neurobiology (ANNB)

ANNB 201 - Human Gross Anatomy

Lectures and detailed regional dissections emphasize functional anatomy of major systems (e.g. musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, nervous). Prerequisite: Permission.

Credits: 0 or 5

ANNB 261 - Neurobiology

Focus on molecular and cellular aspects of the nervous system. Electrical signaling, synaptic transmission, signal transduction, neural development, plasticity and diseases. Prerequisites: BIOL 103 or ANPS 019 & ANPS 020. (Cross listed with BIOL 261).

Credits: 3

ANNB 301 - Medical Gross Anatomy

This course includes a complete cadaver dissection by all students and evaluation in embryology as required. Emphasis is placed on individualized laboratory instruction. Prerequisite: Current medical, osteopathic, podiatric and dental students or permission of instructor.

Credits: 8

ANNB 302 - Neuroscience

This course examines the structure and functions of the human nervous system, provides laboratory experience with dissected specimens and incorporates clinical information. Prerequisite: Open to medical students with instructor permission and graduate students.

Credits: 0 or 4

ANNB 306 - Techniques in Neurobiology

Discussion, demonstration of techniques used to study the nervous system. Experience with light, fluorescence, electron microscopy; microsurgical procedures; electrophysiological stimulating, recording techniques; neuronal tracing techniques. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor

Credits: 3

ANNB 320 - Developmental Neurobiology

Provides fundamental knowledge of cell-to-cell interactions necessary for proper development and organization of the nervous system. Topics include pattern formation, neuronal differentiation, axon guidance, and target interactions. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Alternate years.

Credits: 1 to 10

ANNB 323 - Neurochemistry

Biochemistry of the nervous system. Topics include ion channels, synaptic function, neurotransmitters and neuropeptides, signal transduction, and hormones in brain function. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.

Credits: 1 to 3

ANNB 325 - Advanced Neuroanatomy

Morphology of the nervous system. Lectures and laboratory. Regional approach to anatomy. Units on development, blood supply, autonomic nervous system. Laboratory: brain dissection, microscopic examination (brain stem). Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Alternate years.

Credits: 3

ANNB 326 - Basic Sci-Neurologic Disease

In-depth examination of basic mechanisms and clinical aspects of one neurological disease per year. Disease examined changes every year. Target audience: graduate students and faculty. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor

Credits: 2

ANNB 327 - Responsble Conduct in Research

This course teaches trainees in biomedical research about responsible and ethical conduct in research through a combination of lectures and discussions. Prerequisite: Graduate and Postdoc Students. Cross-listed with PATH 327.

Credits: 1

ANNB 328 - Neuro Tech Optical Microscopy

Topics shall include light microscopy, epifluorescence, confocal, multi-photon, deconvolution and applications (FRET, ion imaging, SHG imaging, FRAP, TIRP, FLIM, etc.) Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor.

Credits: 3

ANNB 329 - Topics in Excitable Membranes

This course is a graduate course designed to introduce the fundamentals of cellular electrophysiology through independent student reading and faculty-led group discussions of journal articles. Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor.

Credits: 2

ANNB 330 - Comparative Neurobiology

This course is designed to introduce students to the cellular mechanisms that underlie selective motor and sensory abilities that have evolved in various species. Pre/co-requisites: Permission of Instructor.

Credits: 2

ANNB 342 - Spec Dissections in Gross Anat

A detailed and independent study of a single anatomical region, utilizing gross, microscopic, and embryologic materials. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.

Credits: 1 to 12

ANNB 381 - Sem in Anatomy & Neurobiology

Research presentations and critical review of the literature in various areas of anatomical and neurobiological sciences.

Credits: 1

ANNB 382 - Sem in Anatomy & Neurobiology

Research presentations and critical review of the literature in various areas of anatomical and neurobiological sciences.

Credits: 1

ANNB 391 - Master's Thesis Research

Credit as arranged.

Credits: 1 to 18

ANNB 395 - Special Topics in Neurobiology

Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor.

Credits: 1 to 3

ANNB 396 - Special Topics in Neurobiology

Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor

Credits: 1 to 3

ANNB 491 - Doctoral Dissertation Research

Credit as arranged.

Credits: 1 to 18