Adenosine Receptors in Neurodegenerative Diseases

David Blum

• 10 maart 2017
• 9780128037454

Samenvatting:

Adenosine Receptors in Neurodegenerative Diseases covers the role of adenosine receptors in brain function, also focusing on related methodologies and perspectives in therapeutics. The book provides an up-to-date overview by the best specialists in the field, helping readers consider the importance of adenosine and expand the global impact and visibility of adenosine research in the CNS field. Chapters include adenosine biology and signaling, gene regulation, control of motor function, and novel adenosine-based therapies in the CNS. It is an ideal resource for researchers, advanced graduate students, clinicians, and industry scientists working in the fields of clinical neuroscience and molecular and cellular neuroscience. - Comprehensive reference that details adenosine receptors in neurodegenerative disorders, with details on brain function and possible therapeutics - Gives insights on how these receptors modulate the neurodegenerative outcomes in different disorders - Edited by two of the leading researchers in the field regarding adenosine role in the brain in aging and neurodegenerative conditions