Introduction

There are a wide variety of ways to examine brain tissue structure and/or functioning. Many of these techniques can be used both on animals or humans. Note that many of these techniques are used throughout neuroscience and in medicine as well. Pay close attention to the different methodologies used in the field. What are the advantages and disadvantages of each?

After completing this lesson you should understand / be able to
 

	To understand the types of techniques used to examine brain tissue.
	To understand the advantages and disadvantages of different examination techniques.
	To compare and contrast invasive from non-invasive techniques.
	To be exposed to cutting edge techniques.

Important Terms
 

	Ablation
	Autoradiography
	CT Scan
	DNA
	EEG
	Lesions
	Microiontophoresis
	Microtome
	MRI
	PET
	PHA-L
	SPECT
	Stereotaxic Surgery
	Twin and Adoption studies