Graduate Courses in Anatomy & Neurobiology (ANNB)

ANNB 201 - Human Gross Anatomy

Lectures and detailed regional cadaver dissections emphasize functional anatomy of major systems (e.g. musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, nervous). Required of Physical Therapy students; others with Department permission.

Credits: 0 or 6

ANNB 225 - Human Neuroanatomy

Functional anatomy of the human nervous system and its cells. Focus on both peripheral and central nervous system. Lectures and laboratory (gross and microscopic anatomy). Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor.

Credits: 0 or 3

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 Instructor permission.

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 Graduate students in Physical Therapy and others with Instructor permission.

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 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. Prerequisites: Advanced Graduate students, neuroscience faculty and residents in neurology, neurosurgery and psychology. Others contact Dr. Eckenstein at 656-4536.

Credits: 1

ANNB 327 - Resp Conduct in Biomed Rscrch

Topics in Scientific Integrity surrounding responsible conduct and practices in biomedical research. Prerequisites: Advanced Graduate students, postdoctoral fellows and assistant professors in the biological or biomedical sciences.

Credits: 1

ANNB 328 - Techniques in Microscopy

Topics shall include practical background in microscopy, including brightfield, epifluorescence, confocal, multi-photon, deconvolution, atomic force and electron microscopy. Prerequisite: Permission of the 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