Ethical issues of key importance to current neurobiological research. Topics may include the use of animals in research, stem cell research, genetic diagnosis and gene therapy, neuroimaging, and the effect on identity and autonomy of manipulations such as psychopharmaceuticals and psychosurgery. Prerequisite(s): NEUR 3200 or PSYC 3200.Lectures and seminars three hours a week.
Ethical issues of key importance to current neurobiological research. Topics may include the use of animals in research, stem cell research, genetic diagnosis and gene therapy, neuroimaging, and the effect on identity and autonomy of manipulations such as psychopharmaceuticals and psychosurgery. Prerequisite(s): NEUR 3200 or PSYC 3200.Lectures and seminars three hours a week.