PY 318 - Research Methods in Brain and Behavior Sciences

An introduction to research methods used to investigate and evaluate the molar relationships between the brain and behavior. Representative topics may include: animal models of addiction, exteroceptive versus interoceptive behavioral cues, neuroplasticity, electrophysiology, and biomarkers. In addition to proscriptive research experiences, a course project will afford students the opportunity to design and conduct their own project investigating brain and behavior.

Four credits.

Prerequisite(s): PY 302 or permission of the instructor.