The goal of this site is to summarize the most important lines of evidence for human-caused climate change. It confronts the stickier questions about uncertainty in our projections, engages in a discussion of risk and risk management, and concludes by presenting different options for taking action. This site sticks to the facts and does not get into politics. We hope that the facts prepare you for more effective conversations with your community about values, trade-offs, politics, and actions.

This online course will introduce various climatic and ecological modelling tools and guide the students to practical applications of scale-free climate models and niche-based ecological models in forest and ecological (such as birds, fish and animals) resource management to increase the resilience and viability of forest ecosystems. By the end of the course, students will master skills and techniques to, 1) use climatic models to generate spatial climate data; 2) understand niche-based ecological models; and 3) interpret and apply model output to forest management practice.

The course is designed for forest professionals who are interested in professional forestry and forest adaptation to climate change.

This course is designed to provide an understanding of how the human brain works in health and disease, and is intended for both the Brain and Cognitive Science major and the non-Brain and Cognitive Science major. Knowledge of how the human brain works is important for all citizens, and the lessons to be learned have enormous implications for public policy makers and educators. The course will cover the regional anatomy of the brain and provide an introduction to the cellular function of neurons, synapses and neurotransmitters. Commonly used drugs that alter brain function can be understood through a knowledge of neurotransmitters. Along similar lines, common diseases that illustrate normal brain function will be discussed. Experimental animal studies that reveal how the brain works will be reviewed. Throughout the seminar we will discuss clinical cases from Dr. Byrne's experience that illustrate brain function; in addition, articles from the scientific literature will be discussed at each class.

The student will learn through modules that can be completed on your own time, learn about basic programming + good CS pedagogy. Topics include debugging methods, assessing student learning, modifying lessons to students' needs, and much, much more!

This course explores the cognitive and neural processes that support attention, vision, language, motor control, navigation, and memory. It introduces basic neuroanatomy, functional imaging techniques, and behavioral measures of cognition, and discusses methods by which inferences about the brain bases of cognition are made. We consider evidence from patients with neurological diseases (Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, Balint's syndrome, amnesia, and focal lesions from stroke) and from normal human participants.

For undergraduates taking Course 9 IAP subjects for credit. See IAP Guide for details.

An introduction to human information processing and learning; topics include the nature of mental representation and processing; the architecture of memory; pattern recognition; attention; imagery and mental codes; concepts and prototypes; reasoning and problem solving.

How genetics can add to our understanding of cognition, language, emotion, personality, and behavior. Use of gene mapping to estimate risk factors for psychological disorders and variation in behavioral and personality traits. Mendelian genetics, genetic mapping techniques, and statistical analysis of large populations and their application to particular studies in behavioral genetics. Topics also include environmental influence on genetic programs, evolutionary genetics, and the larger scientific, social, ethical, and philosophical implications.

" This seminar examines the history and legacy of the Cold War on American science. It explores scientist's new political roles after World War II, ranging from elite policy makers in the nuclear age to victims of domestic anti Communism. It also examines the changing institutions in which the physical sciences and social sciences were conducted during the postwar decades, investigating possible epistemic effects on forms of knowledge. The subject closes by considering the place of science in the post-Cold War era."

Plan and manage collaboration activities that integrate online tools, which are increasingly an integral part of our digital, global world. This resource includes a Common Cartridge backup (.imscc file) that you can restore to your own LMS instance. Note: If you are using Canvas, use the .MBZ (Moodle) version of the course. Download of Moodle or Common Cartridge will begin once you click on this resource.

Plan and manage collaboration activities that integrate online tools, which are increasingly an integral part of our digital, global world. This resource includes a Moodle 3.1 course backup (.MBZ file) that you can restore to your own Moodle instance. Note: If you are using Canvas, use the .MBZ (Moodle) version of the course. Download of Moodle or Common Cartridge will begin once you click on this resource.

Plan and manage collaboration activities that integrate online tools, which are increasingly an integral part of our digital, global world. This resource includes a Common Cartridge backup (.imscc file) that you can restore to your own LMS instance. Note: If you are using Canvas, use the .MBZ (Moodle) version of the course. Download of Moodle or Common Cartridge will begin once you click on this resource.

Plan and manage collaboration activities that integrate online tools, which are increasingly an integral part of our digital, global world. This resource includes a Moodle 3.1 course backup (.MBZ file) that you can restore to your own Moodle instance. Note: If you are using Canvas, use the .MBZ (Moodle) version of the course. Download of Moodle or Common Cartridge will begin once you click on this resource.

Plan and manage collaboration activities that integrate online tools, which are increasingly an integral part of our digital, global world. This resource includes a Common Cartridge backup (.imscc file) that you can restore to your own LMS instance. Note: If you are using Canvas, use the .MBZ (Moodle) version of the course. Download of Moodle or Common Cartridge will begin once you click on this resource.

Plan and manage collaboration activities that integrate online tools, which are increasingly an integral part of our digital, global world. This resource includes a Moodle 3.1 course backup (.MBZ file) that you can restore to your own Moodle instance. Note: If you are using Canvas, use the .MBZ (Moodle) version of the course. Download of Moodle or Common Cartridge will begin once you click on this resource.

Plan and manage collaboration activities that integrate online tools, which are increasingly an integral part of our digital, global world. This resource includes a Common Cartridge backup (.imscc file) that you can restore to your own LMS instance. Note: If you are using Canvas, use the .MBZ (Moodle) version of the course. Download of Moodle or Common Cartridge will begin once you click on this resource.

Plan and manage collaboration activities that integrate online tools, which are increasingly an integral part of our digital, global world. This resource includes a Moodle 3.1 course backup (.MBZ file) that you can restore to your own Moodle instance. Note: If you are using Canvas, use the .MBZ (Moodle) version of the course. Download of Moodle or Common Cartridge will begin once you click on this resource.

Plan and manage collaboration activities that integrate online tools, which are increasingly an integral part of our digital, global world. This resource includes a Common Cartridge backup (.imscc file) that you can restore to your own LMS instance. Note: If you are using Canvas, use the .MBZ (Moodle) version of the course. Download of Moodle or Common Cartridge will begin once you click on this resource.

Plan and manage collaboration activities that integrate online tools, which are increasingly an integral part of our digital, global world. This resource includes a Moodle 3.1 course backup (.MBZ file) that you can restore to your own Moodle instance. Note: If you are using Canvas, use the .MBZ (Moodle) version of the course. Download of Moodle or Common Cartridge will begin once you click on this resource.

Plan and manage collaboration activities that integrate online tools, which are increasingly an integral part of our digital, global world. This resource includes a Common Cartridge backup (.imscc file) that you can restore to your own LMS instance. Note: If you are using Canvas, use the .MBZ (Moodle) version of the course. Download of Moodle or Common Cartridge will begin once you click on this resource.