http://www.oercommons.org/browse/keyword/brain daily 1 2000-01-01T12:00+00:00 http://www.oercommons.org/courses/inside-the-brain-an-interactive-tour The human brain is in many ways a fantastic and enigmatic part of the body, and only within the past few decades have scientists begun to understand its many nooks and crannies. When the brain is beset with any number of neurological conditions, it changes in a myriad of ways. This website, provided by the Alzheimer's Association, provides an interactive tour of the brain of a person with Alzheimer's disease. The tour contains sixteen interactive slides, and each slide contains informative text that provides background material. The first seven slides contain a bit of background information about the brain, such as what the brain is composed of and how it functions. Science and Technology 2013-05-14T15:59:34 Course Related Materials http://www.oercommons.org/courses/nervous-system This learning strategy provides discussion and visualizations of the neuron and its function, as well as components and functions of different parts of the nervous system, including the human brain. Jim Bidlack Science and Technology 2012-08-28T15:07:20 Course Related Materials http://www.oercommons.org/courses/central-nervous-system-head-neck 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 Central Nervous System (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. Peter Hitchcock Science and Technology 2012-07-05T10:11:53 Course Related Materials http://www.oercommons.org/courses/conversations-with-history-consciousness-and-the-biology-of-the-brain-with-christof-koch Host Harry Kreisler welcomes neurobiologist Christof Koch for a discussion of what biology can tell us about consciousness. He discusses the framework for defining the problem which he developed with Nobel Laureate Francis Crick. He reflects on the ongoing revolution in our understanding of the brain and how technology is impacting the transformation of our neuronal correlates of consciousness. He also discusses the implications of his research for our understanding of manŐs place in the universe. (49 min) Humanities Science and Technology Social Sciences 2012-06-25T00:12:17 Course Related Materials http://www.oercommons.org/courses/grey-matters-decisions-responsibility-and-the-brain Neuroscientist Patricia Churchland explores how the human mind functions in guiding one's decisions. (55 minutes) Science and Technology 2012-06-22T16:12:46 Course Related Materials http://www.oercommons.org/courses/grey-matters-how-do-we-predict-the-future-brains-rewards-and-addiction In this fascinating presentation, The Salk Institute's Terry Sejnowski explores how by its nature the human brain is susceptible to the effects of addictive substances. (59 minutes) Science and Technology 2012-06-22T16:12:45 Course Related Materials http://www.oercommons.org/courses/grey-matters-perception-taste-smell-and-vision UCSD's Charles Zuker explores the neurobiology of taste, smell and vision. (88 minutes) Science and Technology 2012-06-22T16:12:45 Course Related Materials http://www.oercommons.org/courses/grey-matters-building-the-brain-from-simplicity-to-complexity What are the mechanisms by which neurons differentiate to achieve the spectacular complexity of the brain? Join UCSD's Nick Spitzer as he explains what we know about this process. (57 minutes) Science and Technology 2012-06-22T16:12:45 Course Related Materials http://www.oercommons.org/courses/grey-matters-stem-cells-the-brain-s-beginnings During the past decade, there have been dramatic advancements in the brain and cognitive sciences. For the first time, understanding how the brain works has become a scientifically achievable goal. In this new lecture series, Grey Matters: Molecules to Mind, San Diego's leading Neuroscientists explore the human brain. The first lecture in this series addresses an issue that has often been absent in these discussions: what role do stem cells play in development of the brain? (59 minutes) Science and Technology 2012-06-22T16:12:45 Course Related Materials http://www.oercommons.org/courses/exercise-for-your-brain Not all exercise is the same, but all exercise can help you grow strong and keep you healthy. Exercise can also help you with your homework and that science project due at the end of the year. Gabriel Shaibi Science and Technology 2012-05-14T14:05:26 Course Related Materials http://www.oercommons.org/courses/the-neurons-that-shaped-civilization Neuroscientist Vilayanur Ramachandran outlines the fascinating functions of mirror neurons. Only recently discovered, these neurons allow us to learn complex social behaviors, some of which formed the foundations of human civilization as we know it. A quiz, thought provoking question, and links for further study are provided to create a lesson around the 8-minute video. Educators may use the platform to easily "Flip" or create their own lesson for use with their students of any age or level. Ramachandran, Vilayanur Science and Technology 2012-05-08T11:08:04 Course Related Materials http://www.oercommons.org/courses/the-cockroach-beatbox By dissecting a cockroach ... yes, live on stage ... TED Fellow and neuroscientist Greg Gage shows how brains receive and deliver electric impulses -- and how legs can respond. A quiz, thought provoking question, and links for further study are provided to create a lesson around the 6-minute video. Educators may use the platform to easily "Flip" or create their own lesson for use with their students of any age or level. Gage, Greg Science and Technology 2012-05-08T11:08:01 Course Related Materials http://www.oercommons.org/courses/time-to-move-beyond-a-brainless-physiology-2 Exercise is a complex behavior that is regulated by a complex system”. In this talk, Prof Noakes seeks to include the brain as a factor in exercise physiology. He starts with the classical teachings in exercise physiology and continues by looking at various models such as the A.V. Hill model and the peripheral model. According to Noakes, not enough people are looking at the bigger picture -- that the body does not function in discrete and unconnected apartments. He argues that too much of exercise physiology concentrates on the body's reflexive automatic response to stimuli of shutting down close to the point of collapse. The main point of his argument is that the brain is interested in survival not athletic performance and therefore the body and brain together adjusts exercise intensity to allow for efficient exercise activity to prevent collapse. He argues for a Central Governor model -- advocating that the brain serves as the primary regulator during exercise by adjusting intensity effort based on various physiological sensors, through past experiences, motivation and external factors. In essence, he argues that exercise is a behavior that is regulated in anticipation by a complex intelligent system, the function of which is to insure that homeostasis is protected. This cannot be appreciated if the body is studied as a collection of disconnected components as has become the usual practice in modern exercise sciences. Professor Timothy Noakes Science and Technology 2012-02-27T11:14:58 Course Related Materials http://www.oercommons.org/courses/neuropsychology In this course, the student will explore neuropsychology, or the study of the structure and function of the brain as it relates to psychological processes. This course will begin with a brief history of neuropsychology. The student will then study the nervous system and the structure of the brain, identifying its different lobes and cortices, before concluding with a discussion of how the brain provides us with higher functioning abilities (i.e., learning, remembering, and communicating). Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to: explain the development course of the science of neuropsychology; describe the basic organization of the nervous system; explain the mechanisms of communication within the nervous system; explain the mechanisms of communication between the nervous system and other parts of the body; describe historical and modern research techniques for investigating nervous system structure and function; describe the basic operation of each of the five (5) primary sensory systems; describe the basic operation of the motor system; discuss the importance and role of asymmetry in cerebral structure and function; describe the basic functions of each of the four (4) lobes of the cerebral cortex; discuss the neuropsychology of higher behavioral functions, such as language, emotion, learning, and consciousness. (Psychology 402) Social Sciences 2011-11-21T15:08:11 Course Related Materials http://www.oercommons.org/courses/neurobiology This course is designed to provide an overview of neurobiology - the biology of our nervous system, from the spinal cord to the brain, and everything in between. After a general introduction and review of pertinent scientific concepts, the student will take a look at cellular signaling, neuron development and plasticity, and the larger systems of neurobiology, such as the sensory system, motor system, and the complex phenomena of memory and emotion. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to: demonstrate an understanding of the basic biochemical concepts pertinent to cell biology; identify the basic structure of the nerve cell, the various functions of different components of the nerve cells, and different types of nerve cells; describe various different nervous systems; describe the structure and function of the nervous systems; explain how nerve cells propagate and transmit nervous impulses; describe select diseases caused by malfunctioning or nerve cell death in parts of the nervous system; explain how the nervous system responds to nerve damage or death and therapeutic measures; describe how the nervous system is formed in the embryo and identify the role of various genes and hormonal regulators in that development process; describe the structure and function of the brain and spinal cord; describe the structure and function of the somatic sensory system and the motor system. (Biology 303) Science and Technology 2011-11-16T14:27:44 Course Related Materials http://www.oercommons.org/courses/neuroscience-and-society-spring-2010 This course explores the social relevance of neuroscience, considering how emerging areas of brain research at once reflect and reshape social attitudes and agendas. Topics include brain imaging and popular media; neuroscience of empathy, trust, and moral reasoning; new fields of neuroeconomics and neuromarketing; ethical implications of neurotechnologies such as cognitive enhancement pharmaceuticals; neuroscience in the courtroom; and neuroscientific recasting of social problems such as addiction and violence. Guest lectures by neuroscientists, class discussion, and weekly readings in neuroscience, popular media, and science studies. SchĺŮll, Natasha Science and Technology Social Sciences 2011-10-22T15:48:28 Course Related Materials http://www.oercommons.org/courses/human-biology-nervous-system-student-s-edition The Nervous System Student Edition book is one of ten volumes making up the Human Biology curriculum, an interdisciplinary and inquiry-based approach to the study of life science. Program in Human Biology, Stanford University Science and Technology 2011-10-18T10:52:05 Course Related Materials http://www.oercommons.org/courses/time-to-move-beyond-a-brainless-physiology According to Noakes, not enough people are looking at the bigger picture Đ that the body does not function in discrete and unconnected apartments. He argues that too much of exercise physiology concentrates on the bodyŐs reflexive automatic response to stimuli of shutting down close to the point of collapse.The main point of his argument is that the brain is interested in survival not athletic performance and therefore the body and brain together adjusts exercise intensity to allow for efficient exercise activity to prevent collapse.He argues for a Central Governor model Đ advocating that the brain serves as the primary regulator during exercise by adjusting intensity effort based on various physiological sensors, through past experiences, motivation and external factors. In essence, he argues that exercise is a behavior that is regulated in anticipation by a complex intelligent system, the function of which is to insure that homeostasis is protected. This cannot be appreciated if the body is studied as a collection of disconnected components as has become the usual practice in modern exercise sciences. Professor Timothy Noakes Science and Technology 2011-09-16T11:15:50 Course Related Materials http://www.oercommons.org/courses/jill-bolte-taylor-s-stroke-of-insight-2 Jill Bolte Taylor got a research opportunity few brain scientists would wish for: She had a massive stroke, and watched as her brain functions -- motion, speech, self-awareness -- shut down one by one Jill Bolte Science and Technology 2010-12-15T11:04:27 Course Related Materials http://www.oercommons.org/courses/functional-mri-of-high-level-vision-fall-2007 " We are now at an unprecedented point in the field of neuroscience: We can watch the human brain in action as it sees, thinks, decides, reads, and remembers. Functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) is the only method that enables us to monitor local neural activity in the normal human brain in a noninvasive fashion and with good spatial resolution. A large number of far-reaching and fundamental questions about the human mind and brain can now be answered using straightforward applications of this technology. This is particularly true in the area of high-level vision, the study of how we interpret and use visual information including object recognition, mental imagery, visual attention, perceptual awareness, visually guided action, and visual memory. The goals of this course are to help students become savvy and critical readers of the current neuroimaging literature, to understand the strengths and weaknesses of the technique, and to design their own cutting-edge, theoretically motivated studies. Students will read, present to the class, and critique recently published neuroimaging articles, as well as write detailed proposals for experiments of their own. Lectures will cover the theoretical background on some of the major areas in high-level vision, as well as an overview of what fMRI has taught us and can in future teach us about each of these topics. Lectures and discussions will also cover fMRI methods and experimental design. A prior course in statistics and at least one course in perception or cognition are required." Kanwisher, Nancy Science and Technology 2010-10-07T04:39:16 Course Related Materials