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Building Brains - An Introduction to Neural Development 2e (Paperback, 2nd Edition)
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Building Brains - An Introduction to Neural Development 2e (Paperback, 2nd Edition)
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Provides a highly visual, readily accessible introduction to the
main events that occur during neural development and their
mechanisms Building Brains: An Introduction to Neural Development,
2nd Edition describes how brains construct themselves, from simple
beginnings in the early embryo to become the most complex living
structures on the planet. It explains how cells first become
neural, how their proliferation is controlled, what regulates the
types of neural cells they become, how neurons connect to each
other, how these connections are later refined under the influence
of neural activity, and why some neurons normally die. This
student-friendly guide stresses and justifies the generally-held
belief that a greater knowledge of how nervous systems construct
themselves will help us find new ways of treating diseases of the
nervous system that are thought to originate from faulty
development, such as autism spectrum disorders, epilepsy, and
schizophrenia. A concise, illustrated guide focusing on core
elements and emphasizing common principles of developmental
mechanisms, supplemented by suggestions for further reading Text
boxes provide detail on major advances, issues of particular
uncertainty or controversy, and examples of human diseases that
result from abnormal development Introduces the methods for
studying neural development, allowing the reader to understand the
main evidence underlying research advances Offers a balanced
mammalian/non-mammalian perspective (and emphasizes mechanisms that
are conserved across species), drawing on examples from model
organisms like the fruit fly, nematode worm, frog, zebrafish,
chick, mouse and human Associated Website includes all the figures
from the textbook and explanatory movies Filled with
full-colorartwork that reinforces important concepts; an extensive
glossary and definitions that help readers from different
backgrounds; and chapter summaries that stress important points and
aid revision, Building Brains: An Introduction to Neural
Development, 2nd Edition is perfect for undergraduate students and
postgraduates who may not have a background in neuroscience and/or
molecular genetics. "This elegant book ranges with ease and
authority over the vast field of developmental neuroscience. This
excellent textbook should be on the shelf of every neuroscientist,
as well as on the reading list of every neuroscience student."
--Sir Colin Blakemore, Oxford University "With an extensive use of
clear and colorful illustrations, this book makes accessible to
undergraduates the beauty and complexity of neural development. The
book fills a void in undergraduate neuroscience curricula."
--Professor Mark Bear, Picower Institute, MIT. Highly Commended,
British Medical Association Medical Book Awards 2012 Published with
the New York Academy of Sciences
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