Genes and Behavior
OEB 145
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Description
Behavior is inheritable and regulated by genes. This lecture course explores causal links between genes and behavioral traits, aiming to provide mechanistic understanding of how gene products control and influence behavioral outputs. The course will start with discoveries of genes whose mutations contribute to neurological diseases and psychiatric disorders, followed by main research approaches used to investigate genetic basis of behavior and brain function. The class will then have in-depth lectures and discussion on genes that regulate several behavioral traits including olfaction, itch and pain, circadian rhythm, sexual behavior, sleep, learning and memory.
Recommended Prep
Life Sciences 1a or permission of the instructor
Available for Harvard Cross Registration
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