Learning versus Failure in Biological Networks

What it is about

You engage with current questions about the development and learning of biological neural networks. Based on changing topics, you discuss mechanisms such as spontaneous activity, stability vs. plasticity, dendritic and inhibitory plasticity, formation of assemblies, homeostasis, and connections to function, data analysis, and diseases. In the end you will be able to critically read, present, and discuss the resulting scientific questions from research works.

What you will be able to do

• Critical evaluation of current research questions on circuit development and learning
• Reading and interpretation of primary research articles
• Present scientific works in English
• Discuss and debate research findings from a scientific (and where applicable ethical) perspective

What the module consists of

• SeminarDiscussions of primary literature and student-led presentations

Teaching method

• Kritische Auseinandersetzung mit PrimärliteraturDeepens understanding of current research findings
• Geführte GruppendiskussionenFosters collaborative exchange and critical questioning
• Studentengeleitete PräsentationenTrain communication and presentation skills