Plasticity In The Adult Brain From Genes To Neurotherapy

Author : M.A. Hofman,G.J. Boer,E.J.W. Van Someren,J. Verhaagen,D.F. Swaab,A.J.G.D. Holtmaat
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 496 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2002-10-23
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780080497730

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Plasticity in the Adult Brain: From Genes to Neurotherapy by M.A. Hofman,G.J. Boer,E.J.W. Van Someren,J. Verhaagen,D.F. Swaab,A.J.G.D. Holtmaat Pdf

In the past decade neuronal plasticity has become a major theme of modern neurobiology, from cellular and molecular mechanisms of synapse formation in worms and insects to behavioural recovery from strokes in elderly humans. For this reason the focus of interest in the present volume of Progress in Brain Research is on the topic of neuroplasticity in mature organisms, including humans. Contributions range from neurogenesis and synaptic plasticity in the adult primate brain, to neural mechanisms of learning and memory, and the influence of environmental factors and aging on the functional potential of the central nervous system. Several contributions focus on recent developments in neural regeneration and brain repair, providing challenging evidence that the use of stem cell neurotherapy may be beneficial to humans suffering from various neurological and psychiatric diseases. This volume integrates new information on the cellular and molecular mechanisms of neuroplasticity and highlights challenging future questions in this exciting and topical area of neuroscience.

Author : Michael A. Hofman
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0444801049

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Plasticity in the adult brain by Michael A. Hofman Pdf

Author : Jean-Didier Vincent,Pierre-Marie Lledo
Publisher : Columbia University Press
Page : 198 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2014-06-03
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780231164504

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The Custom-Made Brain by Jean-Didier Vincent,Pierre-Marie Lledo Pdf

Two leading neuroscientists introduce the concepts of “cerebral plasticity” and the “regenerating brain,” describing what we know now about the processes through which the brain constantly reconstructs itself and the potential benefits this knowledge might have in addressing concerns for neurological, cognitive, and emotional health. The authors begin with a survey of the fundamental scientific developments that led to our current understanding of the regenerative mind, elucidating some of the breakthrough neurobiological studies that paved the way for our present understanding of the brain’s plasticity and regenerative capabilities. They then discuss the application of these findings to such issues as depression, dyslexia, schizophrenia, and cognitive therapy, incorporating the latest technologies in neuroimaging, optogenetics, and nanotechnology. Their work shows the brain is anything but a static organ, ceasing to grow as human beings become adults. Rather, the brain is dynamic, evolving organically in relation to physical, cultural, historical, and affective stimuli, a plasticity that provides great hope to survivors of trauma and degenerative disorders.

Author : Joost Verhaagen,Elly M. Hol,Inge Huitinga,Jan Wijnholds,Arthur B. Bergen,Gerard J. Boer,Dick F. Swaab
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 414 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2009-09-14
Category : Medical
ISBN : 0080922961

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Neurotherapy by Joost Verhaagen,Elly M. Hol,Inge Huitinga,Jan Wijnholds,Arthur B. Bergen,Gerard J. Boer,Dick F. Swaab Pdf

This book focuses on the exciting recent progress in restorative neurology and neuroscience. The book includes chapters on major neurodegenerative disorders of the brain and the visual system, including Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, Huntington's disease, macular degeneration, retinitis pigmentosa, glaucoma, spinal cord trauma, and multiple sclerosis. The primary goal of the book is to give an overview of new developments in translational research and in potential therapeutic strategies, including stem cell therapy, immunotherapy, gene therapy, pharmacotherapy, neuroprostheses and deep brain stimulation. * Provides the reader with a unique overview over all aspects of new advances in the therapy of neurological and psychiatric disorders * Covers all levels of biological organization including novel molecular and cellular targets, electrophysiological, anatomical and behavioural substrates of neurodegeneration and the application of whole brain in vivo imaging * Broad focus with contributions by the top scientists worldwide in the respective disciplines

Author : Amy Ione
Publisher : BRILL
Page : 380 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2016-10-11
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 9789004322998

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Art and the Brain by Amy Ione Pdf

In her new book Art and the Brain: Plasticity, Embodiment and the Unclosed Circle, Amy Ione offers a profound assessment of our ever-evolving view of the biological brain as it pertains to embodied human experience.

Author : Sarah A. Raskin
Publisher : Guilford Press
Page : 369 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2011-08-08
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9781609181390

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Neuroplasticity and Rehabilitation by Sarah A. Raskin Pdf

Brain plasticity is the focus of a growing body of research with significant implications for neurorehabilitation. This state-of-the-art volume explores ways in which brain-injured individuals may be helped not only to compensate for their loss of cognitive abilities, but also possibly to restore those abilities. Expert contributors examine the extent to which damaged cortical regions can actually recover and resume previous functions, as well as how intact regions are recruited to take on tasks once mediated by the damaged region. Evidence-based rehabilitation approaches are reviewed for a range of impairments and clinical populations, including both children and adults.

Author : Rainer Landgraf,Inga D. Neumann
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 657 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2008-09-10
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780080932477

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Advances in Vasopressin and Oxytocin - From Genes to Behaviour to Disease by Rainer Landgraf,Inga D. Neumann Pdf

Vasopressin and oxytocin are the key hormones of the hypothalamo-neurohypophysial system, and are well-known to be critically involved in antidiuresis, labor, and milk ejection. This book highlights the latest research on vasopressin and oxytocin, covering multiple biological aspects. The capacity of both hormones to regulate various aspects of social behaviours including pair-bonding, aggression, maternal love, and sexual behaviour, is a main focus, as are their interactions with a variety of other neuromodulators and transmitters. Moreover, the book illustrates the recent development of vasopressin and oxytocin agonists/antagonists as potential drugs to treat not only disturbances of body fluid homeostasis, but also mental disorders, including social phobia, autism, anxiety, and depression. The promising combination of basic and clinical research, comprising physiology, neuroendocrinology, behavioral biology, pharmacology, imaging and molecular genetics makes this book an essential addition to both experts and scientists new to the field alike. Comprehensive review of OXT and AVP physiology and behaviour Each chapter covers a novel aspect of OXT and AVP research and is written by a leading expert Review articles are ideal for experts and newcomers to the field alike Discusses fascinating behavioural effects of oxytocin and vasopressin Summarizes the recent explosion of neuropeptide research, physiology and behaviour, is in one location

Author : Aage R. Moller
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 408 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2006-10-27
Category : Science
ISBN : 0080465919

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Reprogramming the Brain by Aage R. Moller Pdf

The brain is plastic and it can change its function to adapt to changing demands of various kinds. The brain can also re-organize and change its function to better utilize its resources when parts of the brain have been damaged through injuries and diseases. This means that the brain is not “hard wired but can be reprogrammed when needed. This book describes different aspects of how the plasticity can become activated and how it can benefit the individual person. This book provides in-depth coverage of many important aspects of neural plasticity and how it applies to trauma, including strokes and disorders of the central nervous system that affect memory and cognition. The book also discusses how neural plasticity is involved in aphasia, pain and tinnitus. The roles of neural plasticity in motor rehabilitation and in adaptation to prostheses such as cochlear and cochlear nucleus implants are also topics of the book. * Provides in-depth coverage of many important aspects of neural plasticity and how it applies to trauma, including strokes and disorders of the central nervous system that affect memory and cognition * Discusses how neural plasticity is involved in aphasia, pain and tinnitus * Explains the roles of neural plasticity in motor rehabilitation and prosthesis such as cochlear and cochlear nucleus implants

Author : Christa Neuper,Wolfgang Klimesch
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 464 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2006-12-03
Category : Medical
ISBN : 0080465595

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Event-Related Dynamics of Brain Oscillations by Christa Neuper,Wolfgang Klimesch Pdf

Research on brain oscillations and event-related electroencephalography (EEG) and event-related (de-) synchronization (ERD/ERS) in particular became a rapidly growing field in the last decades. A large number of laboratories worldwide are using ERD/ERS to study cognitive and motor brain function and the importance of this tool in neurocognitive research is widely recognized. This book is a summary of the most current research, methods, and applications of the study of event-related dynamics of brain oscillations. Facing the rapid progress in this field, it brings together, on the one side, fundamental questions of the underlying events, which still remain to be clarified and, on the other side, some of the most significant novel findings, which point to the key topics for future research. In particular, the chapters of this volume cover the neurophysiological fundamentals and models (Section I), new methodological approaches (Section II), current ERD research related to cognitive (Section III) and sensorimotor brain function (Section IV), invasive approaches and clinical applications (Section V), and novel developments of EEG-based brain-computer interfaces and neurofeedback (Section IV).

Author : Hugh W. Catts,Alan G. Kamhi
Publisher : Psychology Press
Page : 213 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2005-01-15
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781135611750

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The Connections Between Language and Reading Disabilities by Hugh W. Catts,Alan G. Kamhi Pdf

This is an edited book based on papers presented at a 2003 invitee-only conference under the sponsorship of the Merrill Advanced Studies Center of the University of Kansas. The purpose of the gathering was to discuss theoretical issues and research findi

Author : Chris I. De Zeeuw,Federico Cicirata
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 430 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2004-12-11
Category : Science
ISBN : 0080457207

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Creating Coordination in the Cerebellum by Chris I. De Zeeuw,Federico Cicirata Pdf

Creating Coordination in the Cerebellum provides a multidisciplinary collection of chapters on the cerebellum with topics covering the entire spectrum from development and molecular neurobiology, cell physiology and plasticity to motor control, system physiology, functional imaging and pathology. The book not only presents novel discoveries obtained with recently developed technologies, but also gives new general concepts in global issues of cerebellar development and functions. By doing so it sets the standard for cerebellar research of the 21st century. * Provides a complete overview of current cerebellar research * Includes color illustrations * Contains contributions from renowned cerebellar scientists

Author : V. A. Casagrande,Ray W. Guillery,S. Murray Sherman
Publisher : Gulf Professional Publishing
Page : 328 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2005-10-17
Category : Computers
ISBN : 0444516794

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Cortical Function: a View from the Thalamus by V. A. Casagrande,Ray W. Guillery,S. Murray Sherman Pdf

Almost all of the messages that are received by the cerebral cortex from the environment or from the body's internal receptors come through the thalamus and much current thought about perceptual processing is based on sensory pathways that relay in the thalamus. This volume focuses on three major areas: the role of thalamocortical communication in cognition and attention; the role of the thalamus in communication between cortical areas; the hypothesis that much or all of the information relayed by thalamus, even to classical, pure "sensory" areas of cortex, represents a corollary message being sent simultaneously to motor centers. It presents a broad overview of important recent advances in these areas. * Provides a look at brain structures involved in perception and action * Includes summaries by leading investigators in the field * Presents recent advances in our understanding of brain functions

Author : A. Kalsbeek,Eric Fliers,Michel A. Hofman,D.F. Swaab,Eus JW Van Someren,R.M. Buijs
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 430 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2006-08-21
Category : Science
ISBN : 0080463487

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Hypothalamic Integration of Energy Metabolism by A. Kalsbeek,Eric Fliers,Michel A. Hofman,D.F. Swaab,Eus JW Van Someren,R.M. Buijs Pdf

The prevalence of obesity in developed countries is fast becoming a health issue on par with infectious diseases and malnutrition. Research in this area has grown substantially and includes the neurochemical pathways of the hypothalamus and its role in regulating energy expenditures in the body. This volume in the Progress in Brain Research series examines the emerging role of the hypothalamus as a crucial link between the sensing of nutrients and the control of insulin sensitivity, glucose uptake, and glucose production, the integrative role of the hypothalamus in thyroid and bone metabolism, the interaction between circadian information and energy metabolism, and the important interplay between the immune system and energy metabolism. · All contributors are recognized experts in their respective specialities · Provides expanded coverage of hypothalamic mechanisms involved in energy metabolism · Includes many outstanding full-colour illustrations · Contains special sections on circadian rhythms, immune system, thyroid and bone metabolism

Author : Lynne C. Weaver,Canio Polosa
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 472 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2005-10-11
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780080460109

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Autonomic Dysfunction After Spinal Cord Injury by Lynne C. Weaver,Canio Polosa Pdf

Autonomic dysfunction is a major and poorly understood consequence of spinal cord injury. It is a cause of very serious disability and requires much more research. It should be a focus of treatment strategies. This book will be of interest to anyone involved in research and treatment of spinal cord injury since it helps to explain the tremendously negative impact on the body caused by cord injury that is not as obvious as paralysis and loss of sensation. It contains a compilation of what is known about bladder, cardiovascular, bowel and sexual dysfunction after spinal cord injury, as it relates to the changes within the autonomic nervous system control of these functions. The book begins with a description of the time course of autonomic dysfunctions and their ramifications from the first hours after a spinal cord injury to the more stable chronic states. The next section contains three chapters that address anatomical findings that may provide some of the foundation for autonomic dysfunctions in many of the systems. The system-specific chapters then follow in four sections. Each section begins with a chapter or two defining the clinical problems experienced by people with cord injury. The following chapters present research, basic and clinical, that address the autonomic dysfunctions.

Author : Adam J. Berinsky
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 404 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2015-12-21
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781317684190

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New Directions in Public Opinion by Adam J. Berinsky Pdf

The field of public opinion is one of the most diverse in political science. Over the last 60 years, scholars have drawn upon the disciplines of psychology, economics, sociology, and even biology to learn how ordinary people come to understand the complicated business of politics. But much of the path-breaking research in the field of public opinion is published in journals, taking up fairly narrow questions one at a time and often requiring advanced statistical knowledge to understand these findings. As a result, the study of public opinion can seem confusing and incoherent to undergraduates. To engage undergraduate students in this area, a new type of textbook is required. The second edition of New Directions in Public Opinion brings together leading scholars to provide an accessible and coherent overview of the current state of the field of public opinion. Each chapter provides a general overview of topics that are at the cutting edge of study as well as well-established cornerstones of the field. Each contributor has made substantive revisions to their chapters, and three chapters have been added on genetics and biology, immigration, and political extremism and the Tea Party. Suitable for use as a main textbook or in tandem with a lengthier survey, this book comprehensively covers the topics of public opinion research and pushes students further to explore critical topics in contemporary politics.