The Endocannabinoid System: Genetics, Biochemistry, Brain Disorders, and Therapy

by Eric Murillo-Rodriguez

Overview

The Endocannabinoid System: Genetics, Biochemistry, Brain Disorders, and Therapy examines the cellular, biochemical, genetic, and therapeutic aspects of the endocannabinoid system. The chapters cover significant conceptual advances in the endocannabinoid field and shed light on the many brain disorders in which this biological system is involved. Written by world-leading experts in the field, the topics covered in this book will have a positive impact on the area of molecular biology, including, but not limited to, cell biology, neuroscience, pharmacology, signaling, disease mechanisms, and therapeutics. - Provides an introduction to endocannabinoids in the central nervous system and an overview to their functions in the brain - Presents information on neurobiological and cellular studies on the role of the cannabinoid signaling system and its implications in human diseases - Includes well-written overviews of the basics of endocannabinoid system structure and function - Contains well-illustrated material, with diagrams, charts, and tables - Explores compelling case studies and their application to chapters written by experts

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780128096673
Publisher:	Elsevier Science & Technology Books
Publication date:	05/12/2017
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	256
File size:	14 MB
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About the Author

Dr. Murillo-Rodríguez is a Psychologist and PhD in Biomedical Sciences, having completed his post-doctoral training at Harvard Medical School. He has served as editor of multiple journals such as The International Journal of Neuropsychopharmacology and PLoS ONE, among many others. He is a member of several scientific societies, including the Society for Neuroscience. He has received academic awards such as the Young Investigator Award from the World Federation of Sleep Research and Sleep Research Societies Society, and is a member of the National System of Researchers (Level 2) of the National Council of Science and Technology (México). He is also the author of The Endocannabinoid System: Genetics, Biochemistry, Brain Disorders, and Therapy (Elsevier, May 2017).

Table of Contents

1. Basic mechanisms of synthesis and hydrolysis of major endocannabinoids2. Cannabinoid Receptors and their Signaling Mechanisms3. The endocannabinoid system and Parkinson's disease4. The putative role of the endocannabinoids on Schizophrenia5. The Endocannabinoid System and Human Brain Functions: Insight from Memory, Motor and Mood Pathologies6. The Endocannabinoid System: Genetics, Biochemistry, Brain Disorders, and Therapy

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A reference on the cellular characteristics of the endocannabinoid system, its role in brain disorders, and potential therapies