BIOL 126Neural Plasticity and Cognitive Neuroscience
Focuses on the dynamic aspect of the nervous system and how it subserves various cognitive functions. Starting with synaptic plasticity, students explore the neural circuit mechanisms underlying various cognitive functions and how they go astray in neurological disorders. Students cannot receive credit for this course and BIOL 226. (Formerly Advanced Molecular Neuroscience.)
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 125. Enrollment is restricted to neuroscience majors and proposed majors.
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When it runs
Winter 2026Open Winter 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Lecture | Tue Thu 1:30pm–3:05pm | Engineer 2 192 | Y. Zuo | Open 47/50 |
Who teaches it
| Instructor | Rating | Difficulty | Would take again | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yi Zuo | 2.7 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 13% | 12 |
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