Neuroscience

Neuroscience

Neuroscience is the scientific study of the nervous system, encompassing its structure, function, development, genetics, biochemistry, physiology, and pathology. It integrates multiple disciplines, such as biology, chemistry, physics, psychology, and computer science, to understand how neural circuits and networks influence behavior and cognitive functions. Key areas include cellular and molecular neuroscience, which focuses on the cells of the nervous system; systems neuroscience, which examines neural circuits and their role in behavior; cognitive neuroscience, which explores the neural bases of mental processes; developmental neuroscience, which looks at the nervous system's growth from embryonic stages to adulthood; and clinical neuroscience, which seeks to understand and treat neurological and psychiatric disorders. Techniques used in neuroscience include neuroimaging, electrophysiology, computational modeling, and behavioral assays.

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Getting Started:

Welcome to the research guide for Neuroscience  This guide is tailored to help you navigate the wealth of information available through Davis Library, including books, articles, and much more. Whether you're working on a class project, conducting research, or just exploring, you'll find valuable resources here.

Use the side navigation tabs to find the information you are looking for:

• 'Finding Resources' has information on finding books and articles.
• 'Citing Resources' information on organizing your research and citing it properly in your work.
• 'The Research Process' explains how to conduct initial research in the library.
• 'Additional Resources' contains links to relevant resources for your topic that exist outside of the library.

Purpose:

• Supporting Research: Research guides provide students, researchers, and faculty with curated resources and guidance on specific subjects or courses. They offer access to relevant books, articles, databases, websites, and other academic resources.

• Enhancing Information Literacy: By offering tutorials, tips, and guides on how to effectively search for and evaluate information, research guides help users develop critical information literacy skills.

• Centralizing Resources: Research guides serve as a centralized platform where libraries can organize and present their resources in an accessible and user-friendly manner. This includes subject-specific resources, study aids, and instructional materials.