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Study Plan
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Master's degree in Biology for Translational Research and Precision Medicine - Enrollment from 2025/2026The Study Plan includes all modules, teaching and learning activities that each student will need to undertake during their time at the University.
Please select your Study Plan based on your enrollment year.
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Neurofisiologia e neuromodulazione (2025/2026)
Teaching code
4S011597
Academic staff
Coordinator
Credits
6
Language
English
Scientific Disciplinary Sector (SSD)
BIO/09 - PHYSIOLOGY
Period
Primo semestre LM-6 dal Oct 13, 2025 al Jan 16, 2026.
Courses Single
Not Authorized
Learning objectives
The course is concerned with describing the basic principles of neuronal communication processes in creating circuits and systems, and the interactions that elicit the brain functions underlying behavior. In addition, special emphasis will be placed on the possibility of modulating neuronal and circuit activity through invasive and noninvasive techniques. To this end, the main mechanisms underlying techniques for recording neuronal activity and their modulation will be described, focusing more on transcranial electrical (TES) and magnetic stimulation (TMS) modalities. Topics covered include morphological and functional aspects both in humans and in preclinical models under physiological and pathological conditions.
The knowledge provided during the course will enable the student to develop a critical ability regarding the use of techniques for the analysis of neuronal activity and its modulation, discussing scientific works with the professor and producing an individual manuscript.
At the end of the course the student will have acquired:
a) in-depth knowledge of the neurophysiological basis underlying the functioning of brain circuits and the possibility of modulating their activity;
b) detailed understanding of neuromodulation approaches, focusing particularly on noninvasive techniques;
c) ability to apply the acquired knowledge for neurophysiological analyses, particularly in preclinical models of neurological and neuropsychiatric disorders;
d) ability to analyze and understand recent trends and developments in the field.
Prerequisites and basic notions
Basics of biology, biophysics, biochemistry and genetics; fundamental principles of cellular and membrane physiology
Program
Neuronal networks and complexity (sensation and perception); communication between neurons; glial cells and interactions with neurons; extracellular recording techniques; brain circuits, learning and behavior; physiological basis of neuromodulation; neuromodulation techniques
Bibliography
Didactic methods
Lectures with slide presentation; discussion of articles and scientific reviews
Learning assessment procedures
Oral exam and presentation of a paper (from a scientific article)
Evaluation criteria
Knowledge of the fundamental notions of the subject; Autonomy of judgment (critical thinking and the ability to make sound, relevant evaluations); Proficient communication and appropriate language use
Criteria for the composition of the final grade
Qualitative assessment of the written work; in addition, each professor will conduct an oral exam to evaluate the student's knowledge of the course content. Each professor will assign a grade on a scale of 30, with a minimum passing score of 18/30. The final grade will be calculated as a weighted average based on the CFU credits assigned to each individual module.
Exam language
English
