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Experimental 神经科学

Experimental 神经科学 major prepares students for a hands-on career in science or science education. 的 curriculum focuses on the structure and function of the nervous system with the ultimate goal to experimentally test questions relevant to health and disease. 学生 in this major will gain a comprehensive understanding of genes, molecules and cells that are the building blocks of the brain. 学生 will work with model organisms to learn how the brain develops and functions. 学生 will explore the many disorders and diseases that are linked to the brain and nervous system from a model systems perspective.学生 are highly encouraged to participate in undergraduate re搜索 and are required to take a discussion based senior seminar class.

职业选择

  • Academic scientist/professor*
  • Scientist for pharmaceutical industry
  • 实验室技术员
  • 实验室管理人员
  • Regulatory Affairs for FDA, NIH, or pharmaceutical industry

*an advanced degree beyond a bachelor's is likely required.