The program in Neurobiology offers courses and research opportunities in areas of contemporary neurobiology, including: synaptic morphology and neurotransmission; genetic and hormonal control of neural development; sensory physiology, including retinal circuitry and neurochemistry, as well as olfactory processing; and neuroendocrinology, specifically hormonal control of behavior. The organisms under investigation include C. elegans, crayfish, Drosophilia,...
Neuroscience is one of the newest and most exciting areas of study in the sciences. It integrates aspects of both biology and psychology in the investigation of the brain and behavior. The Neuroscience Program at Bowdoin College is an interdisciplinary program that provides students with a wealth of opportunities to explore the brain and the nervous system of species ranging from invertebrates to humans....
Geologists are employed in environmental industries, oil and gas exploration, metallic and nonmetallic mining, engineering, federal and state geological surveys, and university teaching. Concern for the quality of the environment provides career opportunities for geologists in the areas of water supply, waste disposal and avoidance of geologic hazards. The demand for energy and mineral resources continues to provide jobs in the coal, petroleum and...
The bachelor of science major in neuroscience is a prototypical interdisciplinary program consisting principally of biology and psychology courses. Courses that contribute to meeting the requirements of this major are all listed in biology and psychology departmental listings. In addition to structured coursework, majors are strongly urged to take independent research courses with neuroscience faculty (NEUR 470, BIOL 401, and/or PSYC 490). The neuroscience...
The undergraduate program in biology, leading either to the B.A. or to the B.S. degree, is designed to give students an understanding of fundamental and current biological knowledge in a variety of fields. The program offers a wide array of courses to undergraduates, ranging from introductory courses to advanced, specialized, graduate-level courses in many of these areas. The biology department has 25 full-time faculty members with teaching and research...
The major in neuroscience is designed to provide an interdisciplinary program of study of the neural mechanisms involved in the control of human or animal behavior. The major combines a strong foundation in basic science with more specialized courses in biology and psychology. This program is especially appropriate for students wishing to pursue further study in medicine, experimental psychology, or neuroscience....
The biology degree provides a solid foundation in biology. It is designed to prepare students for professional programs in medicine, dentistry, optometry, podiatry, physical/occupational therapy, etc., or graduate programs in botany, ecology, natural resources, biotechnology, microbiology, neurobiology, etc. In addition, the degree provides preparation for those students seeking employment after completing a bachelors degree. Students majoring in...
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