COGS 330 Cognitive Brain Imaging

This course is predominantly lab based. The course examines the use of modern brain imaging methods, in particular fMRI, to inform theories of cognitive function. In addition to learning the theoretical background, students will learn how to use computer programs in order to analyze and visualize functional imaging data, and will engage in their own novel analyses of data. In this first instance of the course a major focus will be on producing a written ‘manual’ for how to do functional imaging at CWRU. Students will work in groups of two or three with responsibility to produce a draft of one section of the manual, and to review and edit other sections. Subject to approval, some students may have the opportunity to collect and analyze calibration data on the Brucker 4T fmri scanner in UH. This is a rare opportunity for students to make a substantial and lasting contribution to research at CWRU.

Students will have considerable flexibility to define their own role in this course, in accordance with their background and interests, provided they can find a way to contribute to the larger goal of the course.

Students that are interested and have questions should arrange to meet with the instructor. Email: anthony.jack@case.edu

Tel: 216 368 6996