Description of Cognitive Neuroscience:

Cognitive Neuroscience explores the relationship between the brain, cognitions (thought prcesses), emotions, and behaviors using a variety of methods. Some examples of the different disciplines and areas of research include but are NOT limited to:

Psychology

• Measuring cognitive abilities following neurosurgery
• Developing methods designed to assess specific thinking abilities

Biology and Biochemistry

• Relationship between genetics and cognition
• The role of neurotransmitters (brain chemicals) in responding to the environment
• Animal models of human cognition
• Cell Biology, Genetics, and Cognition

Mathematics and Computer Science

• Artificial Intelligence and Robotics
• Biomedical Imaging such as fMRI and PET scanning
• Mathematic models of cognition
• Computer Programs for Cognitive Testing

Cognitive Neuroscience Curriculum

• Core and Recommended Courses

Faculty

• ECSU Faculty are from a variety of disciplines.  Prospective students can contact those faculty whose area best fit their area of interest and/or can contact Dr. Brown, the Program Coordinator for Cognitive Neuroscience for more information.
• Click Here to find out about the faculty.

Functional MRI showing brain activity during working memory

Neurons and Glial Cells