Education Websites

Intended for elementary and secondary school students and teachers who are interested in learning more about the nervous system and brain. Hands on activities, experiments, information for all grade levels.

An online source of information about the brain for educators, parents, students and teachers.

A primer on the brain for non-scientists including its architecture, geography, structure and functions.

MDCUNE provides free, inquiry-based neurobiology modules that are completely digital so that only computers are required. These modules have been successfully taught in laboratory courses at UCLA.

Scientific resources for the study of synapse structure and function, including tutorials on neurocytology, software, 3D data, and reconstructions from serial electron microscopy.

A series of short tutorials and essays to help healthcare workers understand some complex neurological concepts they may not have met during their education.

Freely available 3D animations of brain structure and neurons for use in projects, promotions, education and advertising.

Neuroscience competition for high schools. Provides information for competitors, coordinators and sponsors.

Supplies tools and materials to trainers and coaches. Provides information on the brain and provides an on-line Brain Dominance profiling tool.