PSYCH 515
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Neuroimaging Analysis 1: Structural Imaging
PsychologyCollege of Family, Home, and Social Sciences
Course Description
Exposure to the physical and biological bases of image acquisition, the technologies of in vivo neuroimaging, the application of these technologies to understanding questions in neuroscience, and an introduction to the design and analysis of structural neuroimaging experiments.
When Taught
Fall Odd Years
Min
3
Fixed/Max
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
0
Other Prerequisites
PSYCH 514 (can be taken concurrently), or instructor's consent.
Title
1. Physical and Biological Foundations of Neuroimaging
Learning Outcome
Students will explain the physical principles of magnetic resonance and their biological implications for characterizing brain tissue, structure, and function in image acquisition.
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2. Reproducible Neuroimaging Workflows
Learning Outcome
Students will design and implement reproducible pipelines for processing and analyzing structural neuroimaging data using standard toolkits, demonstrating careful documentation and responsible use of shared computational resources.
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3. Critical Evaluation of Neuroimaging Methodology
Learning Outcome
Students will critically evaluate neuroimaging literature with attention to scientific rigor, methodological limitations, and responsible interpretation of results as they relate to human well-being and scientific understanding.
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4. Responsible Communication of Neuroimaging Findings
Learning Outcome
Students will communicate neuroimaging findings clearly and responsibly, recognizing the interpretive limits of imaging data and the broader implications for scientific and public understanding.
