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551-0335-00L 6 Credits BSC D-BIOL
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Computational Neuroscience

Lecturers: Prof. em. Dr. Kevan A.C. Martin, Prof. Dr. Giacomo Indiveri, PD Dr. Shih-Chii Liu, Prof. em. Dr. Tobias Delbrück, Dr. Daniel Kiper, Dr. Matthew Cook, Dr. Kynan Eng
Examiners: Prof. em. Dr. Kevan A.C. Martin
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Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:13:23

Abstract

The course is focuses on the computations performed by neural elements and assemblies. We study computations performed by individual neurons, and those achieved by networks of interconnected neurons. This course is complemented by the course “Systems Neuroscience”.

Objective

The goals of the course are to 1) understand how complex computations are performed by neural elements, 2) get acquainted with the various techniques to study single neurons and neuronal assemblies, and 3) acquire knowledge of current and classical results on these issues.

Content

The course starts with the study of neuronal elements, then focuses on the analysis of computation at the single neuron level, and ends with the computational properties of neural networks. We study how computations are achieved through the biophysical properties of single neurons, and how networks of interconnected neurons can increase this computational power.

Resources

Literature

Numerous scientific articles and book chapters are used.

General Information

Language
English
Levels
BSC
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
graded semester performance
Es wird nur der Hauptexaminator aufgeführt. Weitere Examinatoren: Die oben aufgeführten Dozierenden.

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture with exercise Computational Neuroscience
Permission from lecturers required for all students. Blockkurs im 1. Viertel des Herbstsemesters (beschränkt auf max. 15 Teilnehmende)
  • Tue 13:00-17:00 (Y55 G 20)
  • Wed 08:00-17:00 (Y55 G 20)
  • Thu 08:00-17:00 (Y55 G 20)
  • Fri 08:00-17:00 (Y55 G 20)
100 h semesterly

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