FACULTY

Marie-Francoise Chesselet, MD, PhD - Departments of Neurology and Neurobiology, UCLA, Los Angeles, California, USA

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

Upon completion of this activity, learners will be able to: 

1. Describe different animal models of PD and their underlying rationale
2. Discuss strengths and limitations of various animal models of PD and compare and contrast to human PD
3. Critically interpret results of studies using animal models of PD in a translational context

INTENDED AUDIENCE

This activity is intended for students, basic scientists, residents, primary care providers, internists, allied health, non-neurology specialists, and industry who have limited to no movement disorder experience.

HARDWARE AND SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS

1. Active Internet connection (DSL or Cable). Dial-up connection will have constant buffering problem.

2. Compatible with Windows PC and MAC (256 MB of RAM or higher).

3. Activity is best viewed on Internet Explorer 9.0 or higher, Safari 5.0 or higher and Firefox 29.0 or higher.

4. Adobe Flash Player 12.0 (or higher).

5. Adobe Reader to print certificate.