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Molecular biology of the neuron /

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Bibliographic Details
Other Authors: Davies, R. Wayne, Morris, B. J. (Brian J.)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Oxford ; New York : Oxford University Press, 2004.
Edition:Second edition.
Series:Molecular and cellular neurobiology series.
Subjects:
Neurons > physiology.
Gene Expression > genetics.
Synaptic Transmission > physiology.
Neurotransmitter Agents > physiology.
Neuronal Plasticity > physiology.
Brain > cytology.
Table of Contents:
  • Studying neuronal function using the drosophila genetic system
  • Using mouse genetics to study neuronal development and function
  • Gene expression : from precursor to mature neuron
  • Protein trafficking in neurons
  • Ion channels and electrical activity
  • Molecular biology of transmitter release
  • Molecular biology of postsynaptic structures
  • Signal reception : ligand-gated ion channel receptors
  • Signal reception : G protein-coupled receptors
  • Synapse-to-nucleus calcium signalling
  • Signalling by tryosine phosphorylation in the nervous system
  • Mature neurons : signal transduction-serine/ theonine kinases
  • The cytoskeleton
  • Neuronal plasticity
  • Genetic basis of human diseases
  • Ageing and the death of neurones