Introduction To Functional Neuroimaging

Neuroimaging is a set of techniques that enable us to image the structure, function/pharmacological effects of the nervous system. This is an interdisciplinary domain that has its roots in psychology, neuroscience and biomedical engineering, and has important bearings in advancing psychology as an interdisciplinary science. The purpose of the lecture is to introduce you to the fast growing field of neuroimaging as an advanced technique to study brain functions. The course will mainly focus on introducing functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) as a measurement technique of brain functions. More specifically, you will learn basics of neuroimaging techniques, analysis of fMRI data, a combination of fMRI and other techniques (e.g., brain stimulation), and some commonly-held false belief about how the mind and brain function (neuromyths).