Vestibular classics

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Vestibular classics

• Goals
• Explore key concepts of vestibular function from
  genetics neural processing - behavior
• Build a knowledge base from classic works
  current thinking
• Maintain a portfolio of what we learn that will
  grow with you and can be used as a reference
  source

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Topics

• Receptors
• Receptor Mechanics
• Development
• Genes
• Hair cell physiology/pharmacology
• Canal Afferents
• Otolith Afferents
• 3D RVOR
• 3D LVOR
• VOR neural circuits
• Cerebellum/VOR learning
• Optokinetic motion
• Vestibulospinal/proprioception
• Tilt/translation
• Gaze

• VNC neural processing
• Canal/otolith convergence
• Ascending vestibular pathway
• Head direction cells
• Vestibular signals to cortex
• Visual/vestibular integration
• Motion sickness
• Vestibular illusions
• Calorics/galvanics
• Vestibular dysfunction

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Schedule

• Oct. 6 Dickman - Receptors
  
• Oct. 20
  
  
• Nov 3
  
• Nov 17
  
• Dec 1
  
• Dec 15
  
• Jan 5
  
• Jan 19
  
• Feb 2
  
• Feb 16
  
• Mar 2
  
• Mar 16
  
• Mar 30
  
• Apr 13
  
• Apr 27
  
• May 11
  
• May 25
  

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Format

• Pick a topic and sign up
• Review 2 4 classic papers on subject
• Get advice from faculty on which papers
• Person responsible for giving an concise overview
  (PPT), with specific details as needed
• Provide a list of the papers consulted with
  appropriate references
• Provide ppt file and pdfs (if available) to Kim
  to post on website
• http//vestibular.wustl.edu
• All can download info and presentations from
  website