This book is designed as an introductory text in neuroendocrinology; the study of the interaction between the brain and endocrine system and the influence of this on behaviour. The endocrine glands, pituitary gland and hypothalamus and their interactions and hormones are discussed. The action of steroid and thyroid hormone receptors and the regulation of target cell response to hormones is examined. The function of neuropeptides is discussed with respect to the neuroendocrine system and behaviour. The neuroimmune system and lymphokines are described and the interaction between the neuroendocrine and neuroimmune systems discussed. Finally, methods for studying hormonal influences on behaviour are outlined. Each chapter has review and essay questions designed for advanced students and honours or graduate students with a background in neuroscience, respectively.
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Cambridge University Press
ISBN-13
9780521426657
eBay Product ID (ePID)
96279428
Product Key Features
Author
Richard Brown
Publication Name
An Introduction to Neuroendocrinology
Format
Paperback
Language
English
Subject
Medicine, Zoology, Biology
Publication Year
1994
Type
Textbook
Number of Pages
432 Pages
Dimensions
Item Height
244mm
Item Width
170mm
Item Weight
676g
Additional Product Features
Title_Author
Richard Brown
Country/Region of Manufacture
United Kingdom
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