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·   Describe the key historical milestones in the development of EEG, focusing on the contributions of Galvani, Caton, Beck, Berger, and Jasper.

·   Connect the historical development of EEG to the broader context of Austrian scientific innovation and cultural history.

·   Understand how historical discoveries influenced modern EEG technology and its applications in clinical and cognitive neuroscience.

This course explores the history and evolution of electroencephalography (EEG) over the last 100 years. Students will explore key historical figures and breakthroughs, with emphasis placed on the contributions of Austria’s experimental researchers, such as Hans Berger. Additionally, students will explore the evolution of EEG in advancing neuroscience and its modern applications in clinical settings and research. Students will analyze primary sources, participate in hands-on demonstrations, explore historically significant sites in Austria, and connect historical insights to modern applications of EEG.

The University of New Orleans International Summer School program has a mandatory class attendance policy. All students are required to attend class for all morning classes and any required afternoon and/or weekend fields trips and lectures. No unexcused absences are allowed. However, LFU students who have to miss a UNO class due to LFU examinations in the first two weeks of our program, can receive one excused absence for this. Any further unexcused absences will result in an academic penalty. Each faculty member determines the penalty for missed classes. Most professors deduct a letter grade for each additional missed class day. For details, please refer to your course syllabi, which will be distributed on the first day of class. The listed ECTS credits are a recommendation by the University of New Orleans Innsbruck Summer School, based on contact hours, anticipated out-of-classroom requirements such as field trips, and projected workload for readings, assignments, and exam preparation. Mail: Center-New-Orleans@uibk.ac.at