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Kuhiro Class
कुहिरो भित्र स्कुल
Crash Course:
Neuroscience
About the Course:
Dive into the fascinating world of the human brain with this intensive crash course in neuroscience. Designed for curious learners and aspiring researchers, the course introduces the fundamental principles that govern how the brain perceives, processes, and responds to the world. From the biology of neurons and synaptic communication to the neural basis of behavior, emotion, and cognition, participants will explore how the brain shapes every aspect of human experience.
Mentors:
Bittu Kaveri RAJARAMAN
PhD in Neuroscience, Harvard University
Starting Date:
November 16, 2025
Images used in this course are provided by the Koch Institute for Integrative Cancer Research at MIT
Learn the Fundamentals of Neuroscience
Guided by Dr. Bittu Kaveri Rajaraman, Associate Professor of Biology and Psychology at Ashoka University and a Harvard-trained neuroscientist, this course offers an engaging introduction to how the brain works and how neuroscience connects biology, psychology, and behavior. Through a combination of interactive lectures, group discussions, and an end-of-course presentation, students will explore key topics such as neural communication, cognition, emotion, and the biology of perception. The course emphasizes inquiry, collaboration, and critical thinking—inviting participants to question, analyze, and present their own understanding of the brain’s intricate design.
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Students will complete a final project of no more than 2,000 words, evaluated by the course mentors, with top submissions earning a certificate of distinction. All participants receive a certificate signed by the mentors upon successful completion.
All projects and related materials will be published on Prompt, Kuhiro Class’s engagement hub for academics, showcasing student research and fostering dialogue between emerging and established scholars in the field.
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Gain a foundational understanding of how the brain functions, from the firing of neurons to the emergence of complex behaviors and cognitive processes.
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Learn about the structure and organization of the nervous system, including how different brain regions contribute to perception, memory, movement, and emotion.
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Explore the neural basis of consciousness, learning, and decision-making, linking biological mechanisms to psychological experiences.
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Understand how neurological and psychiatric disorders such as epilepsy, Parkinson’s disease, or schizophrenia affect brain activity and behavior.
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Examine how modern neuroscience tools such as brain imaging, electrophysiology, and computational models are used to study the brain.
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Develop a critical awareness of the ethical and philosophical questions surrounding brain research and emerging neurotechnologies.
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Complete an independent short project or reflection that integrates neuroscience concepts with the student’s own academic or creative interests.
