From Signals to Selves: Tools for Understanding Brain, Mind, and Behavior
MBB 980JJ
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Description
Our understanding of the brain, mind, and behavior depends on the tools we use to observe them, so what can such tools tell us about these systems? This interdisciplinary course introduces the students to various tools utilized to better understand the logic behind, mechanism, application, strengths, and limitations of the major tools we use to evaluate neural structure and function, mental processes, and behavioral patterns. With a focus on tools, methods, and measures, the course will explore foundational readings and empirical studies. The course includes a description of various measures, such as neuroimaging, electrophysiology, neuropsychological and clinical measures, as well as behavioral assessments. Using lectures, presentations, discussions, debates, and group projects, the students will have an understanding of the theory and application of measuring the most important systems known to man: the brain, mind, and behaviors.
Course Notes
Note: Enrollment via lottery; consult https://mbb.harvard.edu/seminars for lottery deadline, instructions, and link. Preference to juniors in MBB tracks or MBB secondary field. Course content inquiries to wyassine@mgh.harvard.edu.
Class Notes
Enrollment via lottery; consult https://mbb.harvard.edu/seminars for lottery deadline, instructions, and link. Preference to juniors in MBB tracks and MBB secondary field. For course content questions, contact wyassine@mgh.harvard.edu.
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