| NEUROSCIENCE (ENGLISH, THESIS) | |||||
| Master | TR-NQF-HE: Level 7 | QF-EHEA: Second Cycle | EQF-LLL: Level 7 | ||
| Course Code | Course Name | Semester | Theoretical | Practical | Credit | ECTS |
| NSC5023 | Contemporary Research in Neuroscience | Spring | 3 | 0 | 3 | 7 |
| This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester. |
| Language of instruction: | Turkish |
| Type of course: | Departmental Elective |
| Course Level: | |
| Mode of Delivery: | Face to face |
| Course Coordinator : | Assoc. Prof. TİMUÇİN AVŞAR |
| Course Lecturer(s): |
Assoc. Prof. TİMUÇİN AVŞAR |
| Course Objectives: | This course introduces graduate students to emerging and advanced topics in neuroscience, including neuroplasticity, brain-machine interfaces, neuroethics, neuroinflammation, and cutting-edge technologies such as optogenetics and connectomics. Students will engage in discussions based on recent scientific articles and learn to critically analyze current developments in neuroscience. |
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The students who have succeeded in this course; By the end of the course, students will be able to: 1. Describe and discuss contemporary research topics in neuroscience. 2. Interpret scientific data from current studies. 3. Critically evaluate ethical and societal impacts of neuroscience. 4. Present and defend their ideas in a scientific format. |
| Topics 1 Introduction to Contemporary Neuroscience 2 Neuroplasticity and Learning 3 Brain-Computer Interfaces 4 Optogenetics and Neural Control 5 Connectomics and Brain Mapping 6 Neuroethics: Legal and Moral Issues 7 Midterm Presentations 8 Neuroinflammation and Brain Disorders 9 Artificial Intelligence and Neuroscience 10 Gender and Neuroscience 11 Psychedelics and Brain Research 12 Student-Led Seminars 13 Ethical Debates in Contemporary Research 14 Final Presentations & Wrap-Up |
| Week | Subject | Related Preparation |
| 1) | Introduction to Contemporary Neuroscience | |
| 2) | Neuroplasticity and Learning | |
| 3) | Brain-Computer Interfaces | |
| 4) | Optogenetics and Neural Control | |
| 5) | Connectomics and Brain Mapping | |
| 6) | Neuroethics: Legal and Moral Issues | |
| 7) | Midterm Presentations | |
| 8) | Neuroinflammation and Brain Disorders | |
| 9) | Artificial Intelligence and Neuroscience | |
| 10) | Gender and Neuroscience | |
| 11) | Psychedelics and Brain Research | |
| 12) | Student-Led Seminars | |
| 13) | Ethical Debates in Contemporary Research | |
| 14) | Final Presentations & Wrap-Up |
| Course Notes / Textbooks: | Lecture slides |
| References: | Lecture slides |
| Semester Requirements | Number of Activities | Level of Contribution |
| Attendance | 14 | % 20 |
| Presentation | 2 | % 30 |
| Final | 1 | % 50 |
| Total | % 100 | |
| PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK | % 50 | |
| PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK | % 50 | |
| Total | % 100 | |
| Activities | Number of Activities | Duration (Hours) | Workload |
| Course Hours | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Presentations / Seminar | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Midterms | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Final | 1 | 3 | 3 |
| Total Workload | 53 | ||
| No Effect | 1 Lowest | 2 Low | 3 Average | 4 High | 5 Highest |
| Program Outcomes | Level of Contribution | |
| 1) | Understands fundamental theoretical and practical knowledge in the field of neuroscience. | 3 |
| 2) | Gains advanced knowledge of the structure, functioning, and disorders of the nervous system. | 3 |
| 3) | Can design and analyze experiments using scientific research methods. | 5 |
| 4) | Communicates effectively and contributes to teamwork in multidisciplinary environments. | 4 |
| 5) | Conducts scientific research in accordance with ethical standards and reports results responsibly. | 2 |
| 6) | Follows current literature in neuroscience and makes critical evaluations. | 5 |
| 7) | Applies appropriate statistical methods to analyze neuroscientific data. | 5 |
| 8) | Develops original work in the field using new knowledge and technologies. | 5 |
| 9) | Evaluates the importance of neuroscience for individual and public health. | 5 |
| 10) | Effectively presents knowledge and skills through written, oral, and visual means. | 5 |