| Description |
xii, 720 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 28 cm |
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regular print |
| Contents |
1. Introduction to the nervous system -- 2. Development of the nervous system -- 3. Gross anatomy and general organization of the central nervous system -- 4. Meningeal coverings of the brain and spinal cord -- 5. Ventricles and cerebrospinal fluid -- 6. Blood supply of the brain -- 7. Electrical signalling by neurons -- 8. Synaptic transmission between neurons -- 9. Sensory receptors and the peripheral nervous system -- 10. Spinal cord -- 11. Organization of the brainstem -- 12. Cranial nerves and their nuclei -- 13. The chemical senses of taste and smell -- 14. Hearing and balance: the eighth cranial nerve -- 15. Atlas of the human brainstem -- 16. The thalamus and internal capsule: getting to and from the cerebral cortex -- 17. The visual system -- 18. Overview of motor systems -- 19. Basal ganglia -- 20. Cerebellum -- 21. Control of eye movements -- 22. Cerebral cortex -- 23. Drives, emotions, and memories: the hypothalamus and limbic system -- 24. Formation, modification and repair of neuronal connections -- 25. Atlas of the human forebrain -- Glossary |
| Summary |
Updates throughout this new edition includes a new chapter on formation, modification, and repair of connections, with coverage of learning and memory. As well as the coming revolution of ways to fix damaged nervous systems, trophic factors, stem cells, and more. 550 full-color illustrations (more than 650 in all) support the text and depict every nuance of brain function. The book incorporates 3-dimensional brain images and more than 650 illustrations that add increased visual clarity and a greater understanding of every concept. Includes a glossary of key terms that elucidates every part of the text. Features updates throughout, as well as many new illustrations using the most current neuroimaging techniques, reflecting recent developments and changes in understanding to acquaint you with the very latest knowledge in the field. Discusses the hot topic of neural plasticity in a new chapter on formation, modification, and repair of connections, with coverage of learning and memory, as well as the coming revolution in ways to fix damaged nervous systems, trophic factors, stem cells, and more |
| Notes |
Previous ed.: 2001 |
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Includes Internet access |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Notes |
Also available online |
| Subject |
Brain -- Physiology.
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Central nervous system -- Physiology.
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Neuroanatomy.
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Brain -- Anatomy.
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Nervous System.
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Neuroanatomy.
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Central Nervous System -- physiology.
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Anatomy and Histology
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Brain.
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Brain -- physiology.
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| Genre/Form |
Atlases, Pictorial
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Illustrations
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| Author |
Sundsten, John W., 1933-
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Elsevier
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| LC no. |
2007048134 |
| ISBN |
9780323041317 (alkaline paper) |
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0323041310 (alkaline paper) |
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