Dopamine: A Systems Neuroscience Perspective
NEURO 101DD
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Course Information
Description
In this tutorial, we will explore dopamine’s diverse roles in reward, motivation, learning, and movement along with how its dysfunction contributes to conditions such as addiction. Drawing on recent systems neuroscience research, we will assess key conceptual frameworks, dissect seminal findings, and highlight unresolved controversies. Students will develop their ability to critically analyze primary literature and design an original research proposal that addresses a fundamental gap in our understanding of dopamine.
Course Notes
Enrollment for this course will be via lottery with preference given to junior Neuroscience concentrators. Lottery instructions, deadlines, and a link to the google form can be found here: https://www.mcb.harvard.edu/undergraduate/neuroscience/neuro-courses/?course-button=tutorials. Only one Neuro 101 tutorial may count towards the Neuroscience concentration or secondary requirements.
Recommended Prep
Prerequisite (strictly enforced): MCB/Neuro 80.
Available for Harvard Cross Registration
