Neuroscience
College of Arts & Sciences
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Introduction to Neuroscience
CAS NE 101
An introduction to the biological basis of behavior and cognition. Includes theoretical and practical foundations rooted in psychology, biology, neuropharmacology, and clinical sciences (e.g., neurology and neuropsychiatry). Neuroethical dilemmas are highlighted and integrated when relevant to discussion topics. Carries natural science divisional credit in CAS. Students may receive credit for CAS PS 231 or CAS NE 101, but not for both. Students must attend both lecture and discussion. Effective Fall 2018, this course fulfills a single unit in the following BU Hub area: Scientific Inquiry I. 4 cr. Tuition: $3260
Summer 2 (June 30-August 8)
B1 (LEC) Tues./Wed./Thurs. 9-11:30 am Add & Drop DatesCourse Start Date Monday, June 30, 2025 Last day to add Monday, July 7, 2025 Last day to drop without "W" grade Monday, July 7, 2025 Last day to drop with "W" grade Thursday, July 24, 2025 Course End Date Friday, August 8, 2025 Location: MCS B33 ... Open SeatsKyle GobroggeMust register for Lec (B1) & Dis (B2)B2 (DIS) Tues./Thurs. 12 noon-1 pm Add & Drop DatesCourse Start Date Monday, June 30, 2025 Last day to add Monday, July 7, 2025 Last day to drop without "W" grade Monday, July 7, 2025 Last day to drop with "W" grade Thursday, July 24, 2025 Course End Date Friday, August 8, 2025 Location: CAS 226 ... Open SeatsKyle Gobrogge -
Neurobiology of Sex and Aggression
CAS NE 456
Examines neurobiological and genetic factors that influence sex and violence. Students review primary literature from the past century that highlights major scientific discoveries that have reconceptualized our understanding of the origins of sexual-determination, -attraction and - aggression. Effective Summer 2024, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: Oral and/or Signed Communication, Historical Consciousness, Scientific Inquiry II. 4 cr. Tuition: $3260
Summer 1 (May 20-June 27)
A1 (IND) Tues./Wed./Thurs. 9-11:30 am Add & Drop DatesCourse Start Date Tuesday, May 20, 2025 Last day to add Tuesday, May 27, 2025 Last day to drop without "W" grade Tuesday, May 27, 2025 Last day to drop with "W" grade Thursday, June 12, 2025 Course End Date Friday, June 27, 2025 Location: SCI 115 ... Open SeatsKyle GobroggeMeets w/CAS WS 456 -
Drug Discovery in Neuroscience
CAS NE 556
Undergraduate Prerequisites: CAS NE 102/116, NE 333, CH 203. The process of drug discovery is complex especially when a drug is intended to treat a neurological disease. This discussion-heavy course examines the specific challenges of modern neuroscience drug discovery, including: target selection, pharmacodynamics, animal models, and clinical trials. Effective Fall 2021, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: Digital/Multimedia Expression, Scientific Inquiry II, Creativity/Innovation. 4 cr. Tuition: $3260
Summer 1 (May 20-June 27)
A1 (IND) Tues./Wed./Thurs. 1-3:30 pm Add & Drop DatesCourse Start Date Tuesday, May 20, 2025 Last day to add Tuesday, May 27, 2025 Last day to drop without "W" grade Tuesday, May 27, 2025 Last day to drop with "W" grade Thursday, June 12, 2025 Course End Date Friday, June 27, 2025 Location: SCI 115 ... Open SeatsKristen BushellMeets w/CAS BI 556 -
Topics in Neurobiology
CAS NE 594
Undergraduate Prerequisite: Any college-level neuroscience, psychology, or physiology course. - Topic for summer 2025: The Neurobiology of Consciousness and Evolution of Language. Explores the neuroscience of imagination from neurons to memory to neurological control of novel conscious experiences. Covers what makes the brain and human language unique as well as the sectional forces that shaped the brains of our ancestors. Students must attend both lecture and discussion. 4 cr. Tuition: $3260
Summer 1 (May 20-June 27)
A1 (LEC) Tues./Wed./Thurs. 4-6:30 pm Add & Drop DatesCourse Start Date Tuesday, May 20, 2025 Last day to add Tuesday, May 27, 2025 Last day to drop without "W" grade Tuesday, May 27, 2025 Last day to drop with "W" grade Thursday, June 12, 2025 Course End Date Friday, June 27, 2025 Location: CAS 116 ... Open SeatsAndrey VyshedskiyTopic: The Neurobiology of Consciousness and Evolution of Language. Must register for Lec (A1) & Dis (A2)A2 (DIS) Tues./Thurs. 6:30-7:30 pm Add & Drop DatesCourse Start Date Tuesday, May 20, 2025 Last day to add Tuesday, May 27, 2025 Last day to drop without "W" grade Tuesday, May 27, 2025 Last day to drop with "W" grade Thursday, June 12, 2025 Course End Date Friday, June 27, 2025 Location: SCI 115 ... Open SeatsAndrey Vyshedskiy