BME 520

BME 520 Neuroplasticity

An advanced course for graduate students in Neuroscience and Biomedical Engineering that covers systems and cellular mechanisms involved in motor recovery after CNS injury and rehabilitation, the development of neuropathic pain and learning and memory. Additionally, research articles reporting new developments in these topics will be discussed. Students will be expected to present a detailed lecture on a topic of their choice. Students should have a basic background in neurophysiology.

Prerequisites: PMCOL 371 and PHYSL 372 or equivalents or consent of instructor.