M1 Sequence Overview
CNS - Head and Neck
Sequence Directors
Peter Hitchcock , Ph.D.
Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences
Cell and Developmental Biology
Email: peterh@umich.edu
Sequence Dates
3/9/09-3/27/09
Sequence Mission Statement & Intended Learning Outcomes

The Neuroscience Sequence is foundational in nature and stresses the organizational principles and structure/function relationships in the central nervous system. The course emphasizes the relationship between the gross organization of the CNS, its subdivision into specialized regions and the corresponding perceptions of sensory information and the nervous system control of behavior. The cell biology of the neuron, neurotransmitter systems and neuronal injury and repair are also emphasized.

It is intended that upon completion of this sequence students know and understand both the external and internal anatomy of the central nervous system, including the clinically relevant sensory and motor pathways. In addition, students will know the histology and cell biology of neurons and some molecular details of neurotransmitters and synaptic communication. Students will know the anatomy of the cranium and vascular supply to the brain as well as the histology of neurons and the special sensory organs, eye and ear.
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