Biology 330 - Research in Cellular Neurophysiology

RESEARCH: CELL NEUROPHYSIOLOGY

Spring
2020
D01
0.00
Richard Olivo
T 04:10-05:00
Smith College
30440-S20
SAB-RD 410
rolivo@smith.edu
A laboratory investigation of post-synaptic receptors and neural circuits using voltage clamping and extracellular recording. Students will design two independent research projects, one on glycine receptors expressed in oocytes, and a second one on a central pattern generator for rhythmic movements. In addition to one laboratory afternoon each week, the class will meet as a one-hour seminar each week to read and discuss research articles related to their projects. Prerequisite: NSC 110 or 210 or BIO 231. Enrollment limit 12.
Multiple required components--lab and/or discussion section. To register, submit requests for all components simultaneously.
You must also register for a Lecture section.
Permission is required for interchange registration during the add/drop period only.