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Neuromuscular Junctions in Drosophila
  • Language: en
  • Pages: 289

Neuromuscular Junctions in Drosophila

Neuromuscular Junctions in Drosophila gathers the main contributions that research using the fruit fly Drosophila melanogaster has made in the area of synapse development, synapse physiology, and excitability of muscles and nerve cells. The chapters in this book represent a synthesis of major advances in our understanding of neuronal development and synaptic physiology, which have been obtained using the above approach. This book is directed to the general neuroscience audience: researchers, instructors, graduate students, and advanced undergraduates who are interested in the mechanisms of synapse development and physiology. However, the book will also be a valuable resource for those that u...

The Fly Neuromuscular Junction: Structure and Function
  • Language: en
  • Pages: 424

The Fly Neuromuscular Junction: Structure and Function

  • Type: Book
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  • Published: 2006-11-02
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  • Publisher: Elsevier

The Drosophila larval neuromuscular junction (NMJ) has become one of the most powerful model systems to ask key neurobiological questions. This synapse is unparalleled by its accessibility, its simplicity, and the ability to manipulate genes important for synapse development and function. Its synapses have properties shared by many organisms including humans. The vast majority of genes that when mutated cause congenital disorders of the nervous system in humans, are present in the fruit fly genome, and fly models of human disorders are available. Thus, this preparation is a powerful tool to understand the normal function of these genes. This book reviews outstanding work by recognized leader...

Neurobiology of Epilepsy and Aging
  • Language: en
  • Pages: 362

Neurobiology of Epilepsy and Aging

Discusses all aspects of epilepsy in aging patients.

The Pharmacology of Neurogenesis and Neuroenhancement
  • Language: en
  • Pages: 344

The Pharmacology of Neurogenesis and Neuroenhancement

  • Type: Book
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  • Published: 2007-01-02
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  • Publisher: Elsevier

Currently, few drugs are available for the effective treatment of neurodegenerative diseases and neurodevelopmental disorders. Recent advances in neuroscience research offer hope that future strategies for treating these brain disorders will include neurogenesis and neuroenhancement as therapeutic endpoints. This volume reviews cutting-edge findings related to the pharmacological aspects of neurogenesis and neuroprotection. A broad range of topics are covered from basic lab bench research to drug discovery efforts and important clinical issues. This collection of reviews is a perfect way to become acquainted with these exciting new fields in the space of a single volume. Chapters are written...

New Concepts of Psychostimulants Induced Neurotoxicity
  • Language: en
  • Pages: 472

New Concepts of Psychostimulants Induced Neurotoxicity

Published since 1959, International Review of Neurobiology is a well-known series appealing to neuroscientists, clinicians, psychologists, physiologists, and pharmacologists. Led by an internationally renowned editorial board, this important serial publishes both eclectic volumes made up of timely reviews and thematic volumes that focus on recent progress in a specific area of neurobiology research. With recent advancements in new knowledge, it has become evident that psychostimulants and related drugs of abuse are influencing our central nervous system (CNS) remarkably and could alter their function for a longtime. This volume is the first to focus on substance abuse induced brain pathology in the widest sense as it covers alterations in neuronal, glial and endothelial cell functions under the influence of acute or chronic usage of substance abuse.

Basic Aspects of Catechol-O-Methyltransferase and the Clinical Applications of its Inhibitors
  • Language: en
  • Pages: 337

Basic Aspects of Catechol-O-Methyltransferase and the Clinical Applications of its Inhibitors

Volume 95 of International Review of Neurobiology focuses on Catechol-O-methyltransferase inhibition, and its clinical application in relation to Parkinson’s disease. Chapters cover COMT gene and proteins, L-dopa treatment in Parkinson’s disease, the latest research on COMT inhibitors and their clinical applications, as well as future prospects for their use. Up-to-date summary of biochemistry and pharmacology of COMT and its inhibitors Preclinical models in COMT inhibitor devlopment Transgenic COMT mice – latest information summarized Chemistry of COMT inhibitors and their design with molecular modelling COMT gene and its regulation and relation to dopamine related diseases Role of cofactor SAM regulation in relation to homocysteine Nonclinical and clinical safety of COMT inhibitors summarized Future prospects of COMT inhibitors in Parkinson’s disease

Temporal Lobe Epilepsy and the Mind-Brain Relationship: A New Perspective
  • Language: en
  • Pages: 169

Temporal Lobe Epilepsy and the Mind-Brain Relationship: A New Perspective

  • Type: Book
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  • Published: 2006-12-01
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  • Publisher: Elsevier

This book is devoted to the surgical treatment of epilepsy and its consequences, and provides an extraordinary perspective on the fascinating question of the relationship between brain and mind. Contrary to the current emphasis on statistics and objectivity, this book is dedicated to understanding the whole person, the life and experiences of the individual. It reports on cutting-edge technical skills provided with a human touch. This book reflects the understanding that the temporolimbic seizure originates in tissue providing the substrate for the emotional life and memory. Finally, it emphasizes the value of clinical research – here, conducted in the course of the diagnosis and surgical treatment of epilepsy – in helping to elucidate the relationship between brain and mind.

Pharmacology of 5-HT6 receptors
  • Language: en
  • Pages: 224

Pharmacology of 5-HT6 receptors

The serotonin 5-HT6 receptor represents a novel pharmacological target whose impact on physiopathology of CNS functions remains undetermined. Some receptor antagonists have been synthesized and they show a modulatory role in learning and memory processes and food intake. The pharmacology of 5-HT6 receptor agonists is still under evaluation. However, both 5-HT6 antagonists and agonists seem to exert potential antidepressant activity. Recently, a second messenger system has been discovered. 5-HT6 receptor function is becoming more and more intriguing. Thus, the aim of the present book is to try to clarify the pharmacology of 5-HT6 receptors. Written by expert researchers Covers all published literature to date in the field of 5-HT6 receptors

Novel Approaches to Studying Basal Ganglia and Related Neuropsychiatric Disorders
  • Language: en
  • Pages: 195

Novel Approaches to Studying Basal Ganglia and Related Neuropsychiatric Disorders

Published since 1959, International Review of Neurobiology is a well-known series appealing to neuroscientists, clinicians, psychologists, physiologists, and pharmacologists. Led by an internationally renowned editorial board, this important serial publishes both eclectic volumes made up of timely reviews and thematic volumes that focus on recent progress in a specific area of neurobiology research. This volume is a collection of articles covering Novel Approaches to Studying Basal Ganglia and Related Neuropsychiatric Disorders. Topics covered include molecular profiling of direct and indirect striatal medium spiny neurons, the role of epigenetics in development and function of basal ganglia and transgenic animal models for Parkinson's disease.

Neurobiology of Dementia
  • Language: en
  • Pages: 360

Neurobiology of Dementia

With recent advances of modern medicine, more people reach the “elderly age around the globe, and the number of dementia cases are ever increasing. This book is about various aspects of dementia and provides its readers with a wide range of thought-provoking sub-topics in the field of dementia. The ultimate goal of this monograph is to stimulate other physicians’ and neuroscientists’ interest to carry out more research projects into the pathogenesis of this devastating group of diseases.