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Lecturer(s)
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Fellnerová Ivana, RNDr. Ph.D.
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Sedlářová Michaela, doc. RNDr. Ph.D.
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Course content
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Within the theoretical part, students will be introduced to the following topics: - Basic principles of molecular neurophysiology, functions of individual brain centers and their mutual interaction, neural networks, limbic system, reward centers, blood-brain barrier - Cognitive reserve and factors that strengthen it - Principle of effects of individual neurotransmitters, but also antidepressants, sedatives, psychedelic substances and drugs - Physiology of sleep and its importance for the healthy functioning of the nervous system - Memory, its types and neurological basis of memory processes; practical examples of the use of memory techniques - Psychosomatic disorders, eating disorders and their neurological basis, depression, panic attacks, phobias, schizophrenia - Neurodegenerative changes, their causes - Definition of microbiome and microbiota, history and methods of study, therapeutic use - Intestinal microbiota and its role in signaling on the gut-brain axis - Composition of microbiota, differences between sexes, throughout life, changes in the occurrence of intestinal bacteria due to food, stress, exercise, etc. Practical content of the seminars - Presentation of neurophysiological processes using interactive exhibits in the science museum Fortress of Knowledge - Presentation of memory techniques - Presentation of the difference between perception of reality and interpretation or modification of incoming signals by the brain - Exercises for our 2nd brain - Relaxation and meditation techniques
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Learning activities and teaching methods
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Lecture, Dialogic Lecture (Discussion, Dialog, Brainstorming), Projection (static, dynamic), Activating (Simulations, Games, Dramatization), Group work
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Learning outcomes
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To achieve success in any activity, psychological balance, stability, and the ability to cope with stress and strain are necessary. Students are often exposed to great psychological pressure and at the same time must be able to acquire a huge number of theoretical and practical skills, navigate the flood of information, think critically and be able to distinguish the essential from the unessential. The aim of the course is to help students cope with this study load by explaining how the human brain and gut (referred to as the 2nd brain) work under physiological, stress and pathological conditions. Following this, students will be provided with ideas on how to stay in good mental condition and how to effectively use brain capacities. Space will also be devoted to the importance of nutrition, sleep and exercise for the successful functioning of the nervous system. Students will learn about the principles of the effect of antidepressants, psychedelic substances, drugs and other toxic substances on the nervous system. They will understand the importance of the connection between the nervous system, immune system and intestinal microbiota, learn basic relaxation and breathing techniques, how to cope with stress, work overload, how to cope with emotional fluctuations and difficult life situations. Methodological approach: Lectures will be held in an interactive manner, with maximum use of multimedia technology, including custom-made illustrative animations, allowing students to more easily understand the complex interconnected interactions of the nervous system with other homeostatic systems. Seminars will have a practical, experiential form with elements of project teaching in close cooperation with the interactive science museum Fortress of Knowledge UP. Emphasis will also be placed on active student involvement and open discussion.
The student knows the structure, metabolism and functions of the brain, The student can assess the positive and negative effects of various factors on brain functioning, cognitive function and mental condition The student knows the basic composition of the microbiome in different parts of the body The student understands the role of the microbiome for the physical and mental health of an individual The student is familiar with basic techniques of brain training, breathing and relaxation
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Prerequisites
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Basic knowledge of human anatomy and physiology
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Assessment methods and criteria
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Student performance, Written exam
70% attendance at lectures and seminars Completion of partial tasks based on the thematic areas discussed and passing the final written test
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Recommended literature
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Materiály poskytnuté vyučujícími na přednáškách a seminářích.
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ed. Purves, D. (2018). Neuroscience.
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Finlay, J. J. a Finlay, J. (2020). Mikrobiom lidského těla: Jak spolupracovat s mikroby v těle a prostředí a žít déle a zdravěji.
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Fox, S. I. Human physiology, vydání 6. a výše.
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Jan Stránský. Vzestup a pád lidské mysli. 2026.
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Silverthorn, A. C. Human physiology, vydání 5. a výše.
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Tlaskalová-Hogenvá. Mikrobiom a zdraví. .
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WALKER, Matthew P. Proč spíme. .
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Willey, J. a Sandman, K. Prescott´s principles in mikrobiology, 1st/2nd edition.
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