How Neuroscience Can Inform an Understanding of Behavioral Health
August 3, 2020
An understanding of the biology of behavioral health deficits.
Understanding of how neuroscience research in the context of behavioral health is conducted.
An understanding of the relevance of these issues in clinical practice.
Imaging Tools in Neuroscience Research
August 4, 2020
To understand the role, potential and limitations of imaging tools in Neuroscience research.
To appreciate how radioactivity and magnetic spin can be used as research and diagnostic tools in the form of hybrid PET/CT and PET/MRI devices.
To gain knowledge about standard PET/CT acquisition protocols that allow absolute quantification of physiological parameters such as metabolic rates, blood flow and receptor density.
Research in Trauma and Anxiety
August 5, 2020
Learn methods of starting large scale research in refugees and diverse populations.
Collaboration with non-profits and the community in this type of research.
Combining neurobiological basic science research with clinical research and treatment.
Research in Newer Drugs of Abuse
August 6, 2020
To learn about emerging drugs of abuse.
To appreciate changing trends in substance use prevalence by countries and within countries.
To design a study determining prevalence of substance use or misuse in their country.
Overview of Addictions Research in Humans
August 7, 2020
Survey current topics in addictions research.
Introduce different research methodologies and models to address these topics.
Discuss how to develop an addictions research question, identify resources and potential collaborators, and design a study to appropriately address the research question.
