Unit 1:
Introduction to Translational Neuroscience, Definition and scope of translational neuroscience, Historical perspective and milestones in the field, Importance of interdisciplinary collaboration
Unit 2:
Neural Circuitry and Systems Neuroscience, Structure and function of neural circuits, Neurotransmission and synaptic plasticity, Neural circuits underlying behavior and cognition
Unit 3:
Neuropharmacology and Drug Development, Mechanisms of drug action in the nervous system, Pharmacotherapy for neurological and psychiatric disorders, Drug discovery and development process
Unit 4:
Neurogenetics and Genomic Medicine, Genetic basis of neurological and psychiatric disorders, Advances in genomics and personalized medicine, Gene therapy and gene editing approaches
Unit 5:
Neuroimaging Techniques and Applications, Structural and functional neuroimaging modalities, Applications of neuroimaging in translational neuroscience, Imaging biomarkers for disease diagnosis and monitoring
Unit 6:
Animal Models in Translational Neuroscience, Use of animal models in neuroscience research, Challenges and limitations of animal models, Translation of preclinical findings to clinical practice
Unit 7:
Translational Approaches to Neurological Disorders, Stroke and neurodegenerative diseases, Traumatic brain injury and spinal cord injury, Psychiatric disorders and addiction
Unit 8:
Ethical, Legal, and Social Implications (ELSI) of Translational Neuroscience, Informed consent and ethical considerations in neuroscience research, Neuroethics and implications of emerging technologies, Policy and regulatory frameworks in translational neuroscience
