神經科學是一門典型的多學科科學，包括許多領域，它們的共同目標是試圖對中樞神經系統的結構和功能提供一個完整的理解。研究領域包括:細胞和分子神經科學;神經系統的發育;感覺系統、運動系統和行為;監管系統;更高的認知和語言;計算神經科學;以及大腦紊亂。

Neuroscience is the archetypal multidisciplinary science encompassing a variety of fields that share the common goal of attempting to provide a complete understanding of the structure and function of the central nervous system. Among the area covered are: cellular and molecular neuroscience; development of the nervous system; sensory systems, motor systems and behaviour; regulatory systems; higher cognition and language; computational neuroscience; and disorders of the brain.