Academic Catalog

BIOL507 NEUROBIOLOGY

Course Code: 2380507
METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week): 3(3-0)
ECTS Credit: 8.0
Department: Biology
Language of Instruction: English
Level of Study: Graduate
Course Coordinator: Prof.Dr. HAVVA DOÐRU
Offered Semester: Fall Semesters.

Course Content

A general survey of the biochemistry of nervous tissues with special emphasis on the functions and mechanisms of action of neurotransmitters and on neurotransmitter receptors. Brain biochemistry as related to possible mechanisms underlying mental illness and the mode of drug action.(R)*