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Egyptian Understanding

Some of the first writings about the brain come from the Egyptians. A writing from about 3000B.C. provides the first written description of the brain, as well as the first documentation indicating that location of brain injury may be related to the specific symptoms. This document contrasted common theory at the time. Most of the Egyptian's other writings are very spiritual and describe thought and feelings as the responsibilities of the heart. This idea was widely accepted and can be found into 17th century Europe.

Job Outlook

Neuroscience is expecting an average job growth of about 8% from 2014 to 2024. Factors leading to this growth are an aging population, new discoveries leading to new areas of research, and an increasing utilization of medications. Government funding for research will also continue to influence the demand for this specialty.

Job Description

Neuroscientists study Neuroscience, which is the study of the nervous system. The nervous system is composed of the brain, spinal chord and nerve cells. There are many approaches to the study of this system and they can be as focused as single ion channels or neurotransmitters or as broad as behavioral studies. A good portion of study is focused around diseases that affect the nervous system such as Multiple sclerosis, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and Lou Gehrig's disease. Research commonly occurs in private, government and public research institutions and universities.

Some common tasks for Neuroscientists are:

• Developing experiments and leading groups of people in supporting roles.
• Working with doctors to perform experimental studies of new drugs on willing patients.
• Research and develop new treatments for neurological disorders.
• Write research proposals for grants.
• Following safety and sanitation procedures and guidelines.
• Dissecting experimental specimens.