Prerequisite: BSCI207 or NEUR200. Credit only granted for BSCI439F or NACS728R. (Sponsoring Dept.: BIOL). Acceptable toward Biological Sciences Specialization Areas: GENB (Cell Biology, Development, Physiology) and PHNB.

This course explores the neurobiological mechanisms underlying sensory and motor systems across a variety of organisms, emphasizing comparative approaches. Students will learn about specialized sensory modalities (such as echolocation, electroreception, and magnetoreception) and motorsystems (including central pattern generators and songbird vocal learning circuits). Through a mix of lectures, journal club discussions,and student-led presentations, participants will develop a deep understanding of neurobiological adaptations and their applications to fields like evolutionary biology and disease research.