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Books in Neuroscience

Elsevier's Neuroscience collection empowers educators, researchers, and students with actionable knowledge to drive collaborative research and advancements in the field. Content covers the nervous system's intricate workings, covering branches like Affective, Behavioral, and Cognitive neuroscience to investigate the neural basis of emotions, behavior, and cognitive functions. Spanning from Molecular and Cellular Neuroscience to Developmental Neuroscience, content provides insights into brain function in health and disease.

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  • Microbiome in Neurological Conditions: Biology, Mechanisms, and Diagnostic Approach

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 180
    • English
    Microbiome in Neurological Conditions, Volume 180, the latest release in the International Review of Neurobiology series, highlights advances in the field, with this volume presenting insightful chapters written by an international board of authors. Chapters in this volume include Dysbiosis significantly elevates the probability of altered affective function in Alzheimer's Disease (AD), Intestinal Dysbiosis leads to reduction in Neurochemical production in Parkinson’s Disease (PD), Microbiota dysbiosis impact on the immune system dysregulation in Huntington's disease (HD), Altered microbiome influence on the enteric neuromuscular system in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), Oro-pharyngeal mucosal microbiome alterations causing immune system dysregulation in Schizophrenia, and much more.Other chapters cover Disruption in the human microbiome causing behavioral changes in Bipolar Disorder, The role of Microbiome in Gut-Brain-Axis dysbiosis causing Depression: from Mechanisms to Treatment, Microbial imprints: The role of secondary genomes in neurodevelopment and co-evolutionary dynamics, Abnormal microbiota due to perinatal antibiotic exposure as a possible risk factor for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Microbiome-based dietary supplements for better development and a healthy brain, Bacterial meningitis as a significant catalyst for neuroinflammation, and more.

  • Music and Dementia

    Theory and Implications for Music Use in Dementia Care
    • 1st Edition
    • Sandra Garrido
    • English
    Music and Dementia: Theory and Implications for Music Use in Dementia Care presents research on the effect of music on the brain for neurodegenerative diseases and care. This volume examines the neurological impact of music from research to clinical application, offering case studies and practical steps. This book will be of interest to researchers in dementia and neurodegeneration, as well as practitioners and clinicians interested in the therapeutic application of music in dementia care.

  • Encyclopedia of the Eye

    • 2nd Edition
    • Patricia D’Amore
    • English
    Encyclopedia of the Eye, Second Edition, Four Volume Set is an important resource for all visual scientists, ophthalmologists, and optometrists, as well as researchers in immunology, infectious disease, cell biology, neurobiology, and related disciplines. This four-volume reference is unique in its coverage of information on all tissues important for vision, including the retina, cornea, and lens. The book also covers the physiological and pathophysiologic processes that affect all eye tissues. Each chapter addresses one specific structure or process, reviews basic concepts, cross-references other chapters within the Encyclopedia, and provides citations of relevant primary publications.It is an invaluable resource for undergraduate students, graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, medical students, and residents seeking an introduction to an area of eye research. It will be particularly useful for visual scientists and practitioners who are investigating a new area, seeking deeper understanding of important research articles in fields adjacent to their own, and/or reviewing a grant or manuscript outside their immediate area of expertise.

  • Blindness and Visual Impairments

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 292
    • English
    Blindness, Volume 292 in the Progress in Brain Research series, highlights new advances in the field, with this new volume presenting interesting chapters written by an international board of authors. Chapters in this new release include Temperature as a circadian timing cue in the visually impaired, Visual experience affects neural correlates of audio-haptic integration: A case study of non-sighted individuals, Visual experience affects neural correlates of audio-haptic integration: A case study of non-sighted individuals, Measuring residual visual function after cerebral damage – a potential path for optimizing rehabilitation approaches, and Persistence of training-induced visual improvements after occipital stroke, amongst other topics.Other chapters in this release include Well-being, mental health, and sleep in children and young people with vision impairment: A narrative review, Changes to the brain due to visual impairment, Information Processing in People with Visual Impairments, Case studies of the migraine aura in the blind or partially sighted, HABEMO: an innovative haptic tool for investigating the bodily representation of mental states in individuals with visual impairments, and Affect in the dark: navigating the complex landscape of social cognition in blindness, and An overview of quality of life and visual outcomes in AMD.

  • Parkinson's Disease, An Issue of Neurologic Clinics

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 43-2
    • Joseph Jankovic
    • English
    In this issue of Neurologic Clinics, guest editor Dr. Joseph Jankovic brings his considerable expertise to the topic of Parkinson's Disease. Top experts cover key topics in the field, including James Parkinson and other historical aspects of Parkinson’s disease; precision medicine in Parkinson’s disease; prodromal Parkinson’s disease; biomarkers in Parkinson’s disease; disease-modifying therapies in Parkinson’s disease; and many more.

  • Cholinergic Involvement in Neurodegenerative Diseases

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 211
    • A. Claudio Cuello
    • English
    Cholinergic Involvement in Neurodegenerative Diseases, Volume 211 reviews cholinergic function in the brain as it relates to Neurodegenerative disorders. Coverage includes Alzheimer’s, dementia, Down Syndrome, Parkinson’s, Huntington’s, ALS, and more. In addition, the anatomy of the cholinergic system is described as well as the distribution and function of receptors.

  • Stress and The Brain: Evidence from Molecular Mechanisms to Interventions and Therapies

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 291
    • English
    Stress and The Brain: Evidence from Molecular Mechanisms to Interventions and Therapies is a comprehensive exploration of how stress affects the brain at a molecular level and its broader implications for mental and neurological health. The book delves into the mechanisms by which stress triggers changes in brain function, including the activation of the hypothalamic-pituita... (HPA) axis, synaptic plasticity alterations, oxidative stress, neuroinflammation, and mitochondrial dysfunction. It examines how these molecular processes contribute to conditions such as neurodegeneration, anxiety, depression, and other stress-related disorders. Furthermore, the book provides an in-depth analysis of current therapeutic interventions, both pharmacological and behavioral, as well as natural antidotes that aim to mitigate the adverse effects of stress on the brain. By synthesizing evidence from cutting-edge research, this book offers valuable insights for scientists, clinicians, and mental health professionals seeking to understand and address the complex interplay between stress and brain health.

  • The Science of the Brain

    Function, Dysfunction and Disease
    • 1st Edition
    • Ari Rappoport
    • English
    The Science of the Brain: Function, Dysfunction and Disease delves into the intricate workings of the human brain, offering a groundbreaking examination of its complexities and the disorders that can arise when it malfunctions. This book, authored by a distinguished neuroscientist, unravels the mysteries of cognition, memory, and emotion while exploring how neurodegenerative diseases, mental health conditions, and brain injuries disrupt these processes. Designed to be accessible yet deeply informative, it bridges the gap between cutting-edge scientific research and real-world clinical applications, making it an invaluable resource for both professionals and curious readers.In addition to its comprehensive analysis of brain function, the book introduces readers to the latest innovations in neuroscience, including technological advancements in brain imaging and treatments. It also examines the ethical dilemmas posed by emerging technologies and their implications for society. With its blend of readability and scientific rigor, this work sheds light on the possibilities for future research and intervention, inspiring a deeper understanding of one of the most complex organs in the human body.

  • Imaging of Neurofluids, An Issue of Neuroimaging Clinics of North America

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 35-2
    • Nivedita Agarwal + 1 more
    • English
    In this issue of Neuroimaging Clinics, guest editors Drs. Nivedita Agarwal and Anja van der Kolk bring their considerable expertise to the topic of Imaging of Neurofluids. Top experts discuss key topics in this burgeoning field to create a primer ideal for neuroradiologists and radiologists. Topics include the basics of neurofluids, animal models, gadolinium-based imaging, perfusion-based imaging, diffusion tensor imaging, PET imaging, and specific articles on perivascular spaces, parasagittal dura mater and meningeal lymphatics, amyloid-related imaging abnormalities, and Alzheimer’s disease.

  • Essentials of Clinical Neurophysiology

    • 4th Edition
    • Karl E. Misulis + 1 more
    • English
    Up-to-date and easy to read, Essentials of Clinical Neurophysiology, Fourth Edition, details the basics of normal and abnormal neurologic function and provides authoritative clinical guidance on performing and interpreting today's full range of neurophysiologic studies. Drs. Karl E. Misulis and Thomas C. Head cover recent advances in technology as well as changes in training and practice patterns for EEG, EMG, EP, intraoperative monitoring, sleep studies, and autonomic testing. Offering a practical overview of this complex field, this one-stop resource is an excellent tool for board review and preparation.

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