H1 (94) Developmental Neuro (NEUR30005) Notes

Description

Developmental neuro is a very content-heavy subject that can feel overwhelming. These notes provide a detailed breakdown of all topics covered in lectures and eLearning modules so that you'll be ready for the MSTs and final exam. These notes were made to be easy to understand and read (important subtopics are bolded, important ideas are coloured). Topics covered include: - Techniques for studying developmental biology - Neural induction - Neurulation - Patterning of the CNS - Neurogenesis & specification of neural fate - Neural crest - Enteric nervous system - Neuronal migration - Neurotrophins - Dendrite development & axon guidance - Axon regeneration - Adult neural stem cells - Glial development - Synaptogenesis - Refinement of synaptic connections - Developmental disorders