Society for Neuroscience Courses

Interpreting Science and Faith - A Tale of Two Communities

Explore the intersection of neuroscience with philosophical and religious concepts, examining tensions and confluences between scientific and faith perspectives in research, education, and policy.

• YouTube
• 20 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Global Brain Projects - Cross-Cultural Perspectives and Value Conflicts in Experimental Design

Explore cross-cultural perspectives and value conflicts in neuroscience research, examining tensions between scientific and faith views, and the role of dialogue in shaping science education, practice, and policy.

• YouTube
• 19 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Dialogues Between Neuroscience and Society - Communicating Scientific Inquiry to the Public

Explore the intersection of neuroscience and society with Dr. Mukherjee as he discusses his work on cancer and genetics, and the importance of communicating scientific discoveries to the public.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 33 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Global Mental Health and Neuroscience - Enhancing Knowledge and Improving Population Health

Explore the intersection of global mental health and neuroscience, examining potential collaborations to enhance knowledge and improve population health across autism, substance dependence, psychoses, and dementia.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 28 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Neuroscience and the Law - Strange Bedfellows

Explore legal and ethical implications of neuroscience in courtrooms with Judge Jed S. Rakoff, examining potential benefits and risks as brain science influences judicial decisions.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 39 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Food for Thought - The Neuroscience of Culinary Experience

Explore the neuroscience behind culinary experiences with chef Bryan Voltaggio. Discover how the brain shapes taste, smell, and food memories, and learn about creating transformative dining experiences.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 34 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Embracing an Era of Unprecedented Advances in Neuroscience

Explore NIH's role in the BRAIN Initiative, developing technologies for dynamic brain imaging in health and disease, and opportunities for neuroscientists to address cross-disciplinary challenges.

• YouTube
• 59 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Understanding New Brain Initiatives in the U.S. and Europe - Neuroscience 2013 Special Presentation

Panel discussion exploring emerging neuroscience projects in the U.S. and Europe, focusing on recent investments, scientific priorities, and policy implications for advancing brain research initiatives.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 31 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Policy Implications for the Science of Aging and End of Life

Explore policy implications of aging science, including chronic conditions and advocacy strategies for addressing challenges in an aging population.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 58 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Creative Culture - Fostering Innovation and Genius

Explore creativity and innovation with Pixar's Ed Catmull as he discusses fostering genius, removing barriers, and promoting candor in collaborative environments across artistic and technological disciplines.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 52 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

History of Neuroscience - Seymour Kety

Explore the life and groundbreaking discoveries of Seymour Kety, a pioneering American neuroscientist, through an in-depth archival interview conducted by the Society for Neuroscience in 1994.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 2 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

My Life as a Rolling Neurological Clinic - Chuck Close's Artistic Journey

Renowned artist Chuck Close discusses his artistic journey while coping with neurological challenges, offering insights into creativity, resilience, and the intersection of art and neuroscience.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 54 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

History of Neuroscience - Arvid Carlsson

Explore the groundbreaking work of Nobel laureate Arvid Carlsson in this archival interview, delving into his contributions to neuroscience and the impact of his discoveries.

• YouTube
• 59 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

History of Neuroscience - Julius Axelrod

Explore the life and groundbreaking discoveries of Nobel laureate Julius Axelrod in this archival interview, offering insights into his contributions to biochemistry and neuroscience.

• YouTube
• 56 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

History of Neuroscience - Horace Barlow

Explore the life and groundbreaking discoveries of British visual neuroscientist Horace Barlow through an in-depth archival interview, offering insights into the evolution of neuroscience.

• YouTube
• 59 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video