Course description
Brain function depends on a constant supply of glucose and oxygen from blood vessels. Efficient communication between neural cells and vessels is essential for correct brain function and relies on the selective transport of nutrients across the blood-brain barrier. Brains are particularly vulnerable to dysfunction of blood flow and loss of barrier properties, which can lead to dementia and neurodegenerative disease. The purpose of the course is to deepen the understanding of concepts underlying cerebrovascular development, cell signalling, imaging methods and vascular contributions to neurodegenerative diseases.
Prerequisites and Selection
Prerequisite courses, or equivalent
Understanding of basic cell biology and molecular biology.
Selection
Selection will be based on:
1) the relevance of the course syllabus for the applicant’s individual study plan/research (according to written motivation).
2) start date of doctoral studies (priority given to earlier start date).
Course director
Sebastian Lewandowski sebastian.lewandowski@ki.se
Course syllabus
K8F3193
Department
Department of Clinical Neuroscience
Doctoral programme
Neuroscience
Type of course
**Other course
Keywords
brain, cerebrovascular dysfunction, neurodegeneration, vasculature