This will include implications of the human genome project and other genome initiatives as well as comparative genetics for future research in brain and behavior. Readings for the course will be from the review and primary literature as well as texts. Elements of Molecular Neurobiology , Second Edition. N.Y. Classes focus on discussion of the readings in a seminar format. Each student summarizes and presents one or more papers a week as a basis for the discussion.
Course is open to registered and other auditors.