Neurosciences I: Molecular Neuroscience and Neurodegeneration

This lecture introduces the field of neurosciences, focusing on molecular neuroscience and neurodegeneration. It covers the history of neuroscience, cell types of the nervous system, neuronal structure, and the basics of neuron functionality. The lecture also delves into the importance of studying the brain, the major cell types in the brain, and the different types of neurons based on function and morphology. Additionally, it explores the structure of neurons, the role of neurotransmitters, and the history of neuroscience breakthroughs from ancient times to the 20th century.