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Welcome to CSE/NEUBEH 528

Computational Neuroscience

Winter 2005

Rajesh Rao and Adrienne Fairhall (Instructors)

with

Scott Schremmer and Kai Miller (TAs)

MW 1:30-2:50 in CSE 403


This course provides an introduction to basic computational methods for understanding what nervous systems do and for determining how they function. We will explore the computational principles governing various aspects of vision, sensory-motor control, learning, and memory. Specific topics that will be covered include representation of information by spiking neurons, processing of information in neural circuits, and algorithms for adaptation and learning. We will make use of Matlab demonstrations and exercises to gain a deeper understanding of concepts and methods introduced in the course. (Prerequisites: Familiarity with basic concepts in calculus, differential equations, linear algebra, and probability theory).


These web pages will be updated throughout the quarter. Check this page frequently for possible announcements (below). Be sure to join the class mailing list and browse the email archive. To join, visit the mailing list info page. Announcements will be posted in the space below.

01/03/05: First day of class: Welcome!

01/17/05: No Class - University Holiday

02/21/05: No Class - University Holiday


Brain image from cover of Dayan & Abbott's textbook. Portions of the CSE 528 Web may be reprinted or adapted for academic nonprofit purposes, providing the source is accurately quoted and duly credited. The CSE 528 Web: Copyright 2005, Department of Computer Science and Engineering, University of Washington.


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