Neuroscience 325 - Research Methods in Cellular Signaling

This is an interactive lab class giving students hands-on experience working with techniques used in the study of cellular neuroscience. Techniques include: sterile cell culture, transfection (overexpression and siRNA), immunocytochemistry, cellular signaling assays and a variety of cellular functional assays. Major physiological mechanisms that underlie cellular signaling mechanisms are explored through the discussion of recent scientific literature with an emphasis on innovative techniques and strategies which allow researchers to test hypotheses and advance new concepts. Cannot be taken S/U. Prerequisite: NSC 230. Restrictions: Juniors and seniors only. Enrollment limited to 6. Instructor permission required.

[CE] JR/SR only; Prereq: NSC 230