Neuroscience 312pp - Seminar: Topics in Neuroscience-Pleasure and Pain: Pathways to the Brain

Sem:T-Pleasure&Pain

Spring
2024
01
4.00
Estuardo Robles

TU TH 2:45 PM - 4:00 PM

Smith College
NSC-312pp-01-202403
Sabin-Reed 410
erobles@smith.edu
The skin is the largest organ in the body and touch can evoke a wide range of physiological and emotional reactions. Processing of touch information requires circuits of neurons that differ in gene expression patterns, physiological response properties and downstream target areas in the brain. This course explores 1) how various types of skin stimulation activates different sensory circuits, 2) which brain areas process these stimuli and initiate behavioral responses, and 3) behavioral assays to quantify responses to painful and pleasurable stimuli in animal models. Course objectives are met through readings of research articles, in-class presentations, quizzes and an independent literature review. Prerequisite: NSC 210. Enrollment limited to 12. Juniors and seniors only. Instructor permission required.

[CE] JR/SR only; NSC 312 Limit; Prereq: NSC 210

Permission is required for interchange registration during the add/drop period only.
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