Hours:
16 hours (4 credits)

Room:

Aula Riunioni del Dipartimento di Ingegneria dell’Informazione, Via G. Caruso 16, Pisa - Ground Floor

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Short Abstract:

Biological systems’ ability to learn and control movement relies on complex interactions between multiple neural and biomechanical systems. These interactions endow biological systems with predicting the outcome of motor actions and reacting to unexpected events. This course will present experimental and theoretical approaches to study motor control and applications to clinical populations.

Course Contents in brief:

1. Topic 1: The neuron
2. Topic 2: Muscle and motor unit
3. Topic 3: Muscle mechanics
4. Topic 4: Upper and lower motor neuron circuits
5. Topic 5: Role of sensory feedback on motor control
6. Topic 6: Sensorimotor pathologies
7. Topic 7: Motor control research: experimental techniques

Schedule:

1. March 9, 2026: 10:00 - 13:00
2. March 10, 2026: 10:00 - 13:00
3. March 11, 2026: 10:00 - 13:00
4. March 12, 2026: 10:00 - 13:00
5. March 13, 2026: 10:00 - 14:00