This course introduces and explores the physiology, synaptic activity, neuronal dynamics and function of the hippocampus via a multidisciplinary approach that spans molecules and cells through to systems and behaviour. The course mainly consists of student presentations of recently published papers on the physiology and function of the hippocampus. Discussions are led by a series of instructors who are experts in hippocampal research. Through these presentations and discussions, multiple ways of studying the hippocampus are explored, including electrophysiology, genetics, molecular biology, calcium imaging, behavioural assays and even computational modeling. Topics covered range from synaptic plasticity and its role in learning (LTP, long-term depression (LTD), and others) to the neural correlates of memory (engram cells, sharp wave ripples, replays) and spatial navigation (place cells, theta oscillations).