The Human Connectome

Introductory remarks.- Macroscopic structure of the brain.- Microscopic structure of the brain.- The cell membrane.- Neurotransmitters,. The synapse.- Function of neurotransmitter systems.- Second messengers.- Neurotrophic factors.- Functional organization of the brain.- Higher cognitive function.- Thought and intelligence.- Mood.- Sleep.- Consciousness and free will.- Temperament and personality.- Sex differences.- Brain genetics.- Sociobiology.