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Incredible Consequences of Brain Injury The Ways your Brain can Break

Incredible Consequences of Brain Injury The Ways your Brain can Break

Incredible Consequences of Brain Injury: The Ways your Brain can Break explains the acquired brain disorders that can suddenly change a person’s life. Underlining the intricate workings of the human brain and the amazing things it does every day this book examines what happens when the brain stops functioning as it should. Through the use of case studies and historical examples this concentrated collection of different neuropsychological conditions provides the reader a glimpse into the lived experiences of each disorder. Each chapter is firmly rooted in relevant neuropsychological literature combined with easy-to-understand explanations and guided reflection. In its essence this book is a celebration of the human brain and the myriad factors that make it up serving to maintain hope in recovering from brain conditions and to marvel at the intricate workings of the brain. This valuable compendium is essential for anyone who wants to learn more about how the brain functions and dysfunctions and will be equally useful for students instructors and healthcare workers. It will further be of use to individuals with brain conditions and their dear ones and for the individuals who are interested in learning more about the human brain. | Incredible Consequences of Brain Injury The Ways your Brain can Break

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The Female Brain

The Female Brain

The first edition of The Female Brain laid the groundwork for gaining a better understanding of the female brain examining the evidence for structural and functional differences between the brains of males and females. Addressing a wealth of new research the second edition continues in this vein leading readers through the basic principles of anatomy and physiology and on to the complex behavioral functions which constitute the workings of the normal and abnormal female brain. Examines Questions about Structural and Functional Differences The book addresses the question of structural and functional differences between the female brain and the male brain. Are there differences? How good is the evidence? Where do the differences lie? Are there differences in the neuroanatomy of females and if so where? Do females and males process information differently and if so how? The author puts the relative lack of information on the female brain into historical perspective and reviews empirical evidence relevant to the different aspects of brain structure and function. She elucidates laterality the functional asymmetry of the brain the left brain-right brain distinctions and how they differ between females and males. A Clear Presentation and Evaluation of Medical and Scientific Evidence Filled with rigorous scientific analysis in an easily accessible format and detailed explanatory diagrams the book systematically develops the topic from anatomy to behavior. It draws on current research to explain why men and women behave differently and why these differences should be exploited when designing research and clinical studies.

GBP 69.99
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Transcranial Brain Stimulation

Transcranial Brain Stimulation

Since the discovery of transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) and transcranial electrical stimulation (tES) these non-invasive brain stimulation (NIBS) techniques have been used to investigate the state of cortical excitability and the excitability of the cortico-cortical and corticospinal pathways. In addition these techniques have been found to induce neuroplasticity—a significant breakthrough in our understanding of the brain at work. Transcranial Brain Stimulation presents a wide range of possible brain stimulation applications and discusses what new information can be gained from using this technique on the dynamics of brain functions hierarchical organization and effective connectivity. Implications of recent findings related to the therapeutic application are discussed by an international group of leading experts who present practical guidance on the use of each technique and catalog the results of numerous TMS and tES studies on biological and behavioral effects.

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Nutrition and the Developing Brain

Nutrition and the Developing Brain

Nutrients play a significant role in brain development throughout fetal and postnatal life. This book reviews the evidence from animal and human research highlighting the influence of specific nutrients on brain function and cognitive development. With a unique integrative approach to the nutritional environmental and genetic influences on brain development the book examines issues such as single versus multiple limiting nutrients critical periods of deficiency and the impact of the child-parent relationship on the architecture of the developing brain. The effect of undernutrition on the developing brain of infants and young children can be devastating and enduring. It can impede behavioural and cognitive development and educability thereby undermining future work productivity. Chapter authors are experts in this field of research and provide an up-to-date insight into the role of the individual nutrients in brain development and function. | Nutrition and the Developing Brain

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Neurophotonics and Brain Mapping

Neurophotonics and Brain Mapping

Understanding how the brain works and developing effective therapeutics are important in advancing neuroscience and improving clinical patient care. Neurophotonics and Brain Mapping covers state-of-the-art research and development in optical technologies and applications for brain mapping and therapeutics. It provides a comprehensive overview of various methods developed using light both microscopic and macroscopic techniques. Recent developments in minimally-invasive endoscopic imaging of deep brain structure and function as well as light-based therapy are also reviewed.

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Nanocarriers for Brain Targeting Principles and Applications

Nanocarriers for Brain Targeting Principles and Applications

This new volume Nanocarriers for Brain Targeting: Principles and Applications covers recent research on brain physiology and the development of drug delivery systems. It explores a diverse variety of strategies that can be employed to achieve drug targeting to the brain. The nanocarriers that are discussed include nanoparticles vesicular carriers carriers having carbon as a core constituent dispersed systems and more. The inherent anatomy and physiology of the brain renders it different from other organs. The past few decades have witnessed significant research on brain ailments in response to a majority of hospitalizations that occur due to age-related central nervous system disorders. The prevalence of diverse diseases such as Alzheimer’s disease Parkinson’s disease amyotrophic lateral sclerosis multiple sclerosis HIV-dementia etc. affect about 1. 5 billion people globally which is further anticipated to reach 1. 9 billion by the year 2020. Nanocarriers for drug delivery to the brain are seen as one of the answers to this growing problem. | Nanocarriers for Brain Targeting Principles and Applications

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Dietary Lipids for Healthy Brain Function

Dietary Lipids for Healthy Brain Function

Our brain is recognized by all specialists as the most complex entity created in nature. Regarding the extraordinary capacities of its functioning still incompletely known the control of the brain by our dietary lipids may seem very improbable to many people. Yet research has shown that an imbalance in the intake of essential fatty acids is related to conditions as prevalent as depression bipolar disorder and schizophrenia. Research on psychological disorders including attention deficit hyperactivity disorder autism aggressiveness and suicidal behavior are discussed in this text. Several neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's Parkinson's and multiple sclerosis are also explored. Several observations prove that not only are omega-3 fatty acids actively involved in maintaining the noble functions of our brain but other lipids including cholesterol liposoluble vitamins (A D and E) and some carotenoids play roles as well and are presented in this book. Dietary Lipids for Healthy Brain Function focuses on this important research for human health. This book brings readers doctors dietitians and nutritionists arguments that could improve brain development in young people prevent many nervous diseases and slow down the age-related decline of higher brain functions. This book provides helpful information to improve health in the young as well in the old using practical and personalized recommendations for preventing and treating nervous pathologies. Features:• Focuses on the importance of dietary lipids on the proper brain functioning. • Provides relevant references demonstrating the efficiency of dietary lipids to maintain a healthy brain. • Introduces lipid sources and describes their roles by lipid groups in behavior issues and various chronic nervous diseases.

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Astrocytes Wiring the Brain

Astrocytes Wiring the Brain

Astrocytes play diverse roles in central nervous system (CNS) function and dysfunction and the connections that the astrocyte makes with other cells of the brain are essential for a variety of important neural tasks. Bringing together contributions from international experts at the top of their field Astrocytes: Wiring the Brain emphasizes cellular connections and surveys the most current findings on astrocyte activity. The first section of the book identifies major astrocyte biomarkers and describes how they define the different connectivity domains. Next the book examines the role of these connections. It explains how their function can be manipulated under physiological conditions and how dysfunction of the connectivity leads to aberrant brain performance. The final section explores the alterations of glia that have been observed in specific diseases of the brain. These include epilepsy autoimmune encephalitis Alzheimer’s disease autism and major depression. The book identifies key mechanisms responsible for these alterations. An important and emerging field astrocytes and their functions are critical to neuroscientists and neurologists both in academia and in industry particularly in the search for and development of new drugs to combat a variety of diseases affecting the CNS. As research continues to grow in this area this volume will spur heightened advances and understanding into the effects of these neural cells on a range of pathologies. | Astrocytes Wiring the Brain

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Functions of the Brain A Conceptual Approach to Cognitive Neuroscience

Functions of the Brain A Conceptual Approach to Cognitive Neuroscience

Considering how computational properties of the brain inform cognitive functions this book presents a unique conceptual introduction to cognitive neuroscience. This essential guide explores the complex relationship between the mind and the brain building upon the authors’ extensive research in neural information processing and cognitive neuroscience to provide a comprehensive overview of the field. Rather than providing detailed descriptions of different cognitive processes Functions of the Brain: A Conceptual Approach to Cognitive Neuroscience focuses on how the brain functions using specific processes. Beginning with a brief history of early cognitive neuroscience research Kok goes on to discuss how information is represented and processed in the brain before considering the underlying functional organization of larger-scale brain networks involved in human cognition. The second half of the book addresses the architecture of important overlapping areas of cognition including attention and consciousness perception and action and memory and emotion. This book is essential reading for upper-level undergraduates studying Cognitive Neuroscience particularly those taking a more conceptual approach to the topic. | Functions of the Brain A Conceptual Approach to Cognitive Neuroscience

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The Microbiome and the Brain

The Microbiome and the Brain

Brain related disorders are among the most challenging health issues of our time. The development of effective therapeutic and preventive strategies for these disorders relies on a comprehensive understanding of the underlying causative mechanisms. And until recently these mechanisms have remained somewhat elusive. The newly discovered pivotal role of the intestinal microbiome in brain health functionality and resistance to disease is revolutionizing neuroscience. The Microbiome and the Brain through the contributions of some of the most forward thinking researchers and clinicians in the field comprehensively reveals the leading edge of our understanding of the fundamental role of gut microbes and their metabolites in a wide array of seemingly diverse brain issues including Alzheimer’s disease autism multiple sclerosis and mood disorders. In addition mechanisms defining these relationships are explored along with a presentation of the state-of-the-art as it relates to interpretation of relevant laboratory assessments. Finally novel therapeutic opportunities derived from this exciting science are presented. Readers will learn:The highly validated relationship between alterations of gut microbes and their metabolites and risk for Alzheimer’s disease. The important link between autism and intestinal dysbiosis. Appropriate interpretation of available laboratory assessments of the intestinal microbiome. The potential role of fecal microbial transplant in neurological diseases. The influence of diet and other lifestyle choices on the microbiome as it relates to brain health and functionality.

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Brain and Cognitive Intelligence Control in Robotics

Brain and Cognitive Intelligence Control in Robotics

The aim of the book is to introduce the state-of-the-art technologies in the field of brain and cognitive intelligence used in robotics control particularly on studying how the brain learns and controls complex motor skills and how to replicate these in robots. This will be the first book that systematically and thoroughly deals with the above topics. Advances made in the past decades are described. Interesting topics such as human-robot interactions neurorobotics biomechanics in robotic control robot vision force control and control and coordination of humanoid robots are covered. | Brain and Cognitive Intelligence Control in Robotics

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Brain Aging Models Methods and Mechanisms

Brain Aging Models Methods and Mechanisms

Recognition that aging is not the accumulation of disease but rather comprises fundamental biological processes that are amenable to experimental study is the basis for the recent growth of experimental biogerontology. As increasingly sophisticated studies provide greater understanding of what occurs in the aging brain and how these changes occur new possibilities emerge for limiting the effects of aging on neural function. A single source reference is necessary to keep abreast of the recent advances and future directions of gerontology research. Brain Aging: Models Methods and Mechanisms offers a selective overview of the research in this rapidly expanding field. A valuable resource for new and established investigators of the aging brain this volume reviews critical studies of brain aging in new animal models as well as advances in brain imaging techniques that permit investigations in aging humans with increasingly higher resolution. Detailed discussions link the information from human and animal studies to illustrate a comprehensive picture of the mechanism of aging. Emphasizing normal brain aging rather than pathological degeneration the text provides an understanding of fundamental age-related changes in the nervous system and hypothesis-driven research into their basis. The book includes critical analyses of the distinct methodological challenges inherent in investigating the aging nervous system. Contributions from distinguished leaders and pioneers in their respective fields address data and mechanisms as well as models and methods that are key to the study of aging. Each chapter is extensively referenced and highlights experimental concerns that are magnified or unique to the aging brain. Outlining relevant methods and techniques this book provides scientists researchers and clinicians with a broad understanding of the important progress and implications for the future of this significant field. | Brain Aging Models Methods and Mechanisms

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Traumatic Brain Injury: A Neurosurgeon's Perspective

Traumatic Brain Injury: A Neurosurgeon's Perspective

This new book from leading neurosurgeon and author Gary Kraus is an account of traumatic brain injury (TBI) from the time a brain-injured patient arrives in the emergency department through to the wide range of clinical outcomes of such an injury. Written with the voice of experience the author examines causation of TBI the patient’s stay in the neuro-intensive care unit and the many neurological assessments and tests that inform the outcomes that the patient and their families will encounter. A wide range of medical professionals will benefit from Dr Kraus’s acute insights into TBI including Neurosurgical residents Neurosurgeons with a sub-specialist interest in Neuro-Trauma Neurologists managing patients with post traumatic brain injury Neuro-Intensivists Neuro-Psychologists Researchers/scientists involved in Clinical trial in traumatic brain injury and those with a specialist interest in Neuro-rehabilitation. | Traumatic Brain Injury: A Neurosurgeon's Perspective

GBP 74.99
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Brain Tumors Practical Guide to Diagnosis and Treatment

Brain Tumors Practical Guide to Diagnosis and Treatment

Emphasizing new and emerging therapies in each chapter this reference provides essential information for clinicians to provide accurate diagnoses and select the most appropriate treatment regimens for patients with primary and metastatic brain tumors and neurological complications of cancer. Edited by a leading cast of authorities on the topic-including the Chief and Associate Editors of the Journal of Neuro-oncology-this easily-accessible guide reviews the epidemiology identification and management of brain tumors while exploring the latest advances in this increasingly diverse field. | Brain Tumors Practical Guide to Diagnosis and Treatment

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The Blood-Brain Barrier in Health and Disease Volume Two Pathophysiology and Pathology

The Blood-Brain Barrier in Health and Disease Volume Two Pathophysiology and Pathology

Located at the interface between blood and the brain the blood-brain barrier is a dynamic permeability barrier formed by a continuous layer of specialized endothelial cells endowed with important permeability transport and regulatory functions that both protect the internal milieu of the brain and allow essential nutrients to be transported into the brain. Abnormalities of the blood-brain barrier are increasingly recognized as a key component in the pathogenesis of a range of primary diseases of the brain and the secondary involvement of the brain from pathological processes in other organs. In The Blood-Brain Barrier in Health and Disease Volume 2 international experts present comprehensive reviews and research accounts on blood-brain barrier dysfunction in infectious and inflammatory diseases cerebrovascular diseases stroke trauma vitamin deficiency exposure to neurotoxicants primary and metastatic brain tumors and neurodegenerative diseases. This book is intended to serve as a guide and reference to basic and advanced information for researchers students and clinicians interested in this fast-expanding field and stimulate further research well into the future. | The Blood-Brain Barrier in Health and Disease Volume Two Pathophysiology and Pathology

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The Ecological Brain Unifying the Sciences of Brain Body and Environment

The Ecological Brain Unifying the Sciences of Brain Body and Environment

The Ecological Brain is the first book of its kind using complexity science to integrate the seemingly disparate fields of ecological psychology and neuroscience. The book develops a unique framework for unifying investigations and explanations of mind that span brain body and environment: the NeuroEcological Nexus Theory (NExT). Beginning with an introduction to the history of the fields the author provides an assessment of why ecological psychology and neuroscience are commonly viewed as irreconcilable methods for investigating and explaining cognition intelligent behavior and the systems that realize them. The book then progresses to its central aim: presenting a unified investigative and explanatory framework offering concepts methods and theories applicable across neural and ecological scales of investigation. By combining the core principles of ecological psychology neural population dynamics and synergetics under a unified complexity science approach NExT offers a compressive investigative framework to explain and understand neural bodily and environmental contributions to perception-action and other forms of intelligent behavior and thought. The book progresses the conversation around the role of brains in ecological psychology as well as bodies and environments in neuroscience. It is essential reading for all students of ecological psychology perception cognitive sciences and neuroscience as well as anyone interested in the history and philosophy of the brain/mind sciences and their state-of-the-art methods and theories. | The Ecological Brain Unifying the Sciences of Brain Body and Environment

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Evaluating the Brain Disease Model of Addiction

Evaluating the Brain Disease Model of Addiction

This ground-breaking book advances the fundamental debate about the nature of addiction. As well as presenting the case for seeing addiction as a brain disease it brings together all the most cogent and penetrating critiques of the brain disease model of addiction (BDMA) and the main grounds for being skeptical of BDMA claims. The idea that addiction is a brain disease dominates thinking and practice worldwide. However the editors of this book argue that our understanding of addiction is undergoing a revolutionary change from being considered a brain disease to a disorder of voluntary behavior. The resolution of this controversy will determine the future of scientific progress in understanding addiction together with necessary advances in treatment prevention and societal responses to addictive disorders. This volume brings together the various strands of the contemporary debate about whether or not addiction is best regarded as a brain disease. Contributors offer arguments for and against and reasons for uncertainty; they also propose novel alternatives to both brain disease and moral models of addiction. In addition to reprints of classic articles from the addiction research literature each section contains original chapters written by authorities on their chosen topic. The editors have assembled a stellar cast of chapter authors from a wide range of disciplines – neuroscience philosophy psychiatry psychology cognitive science sociology and law – including some of the most brilliant and influential voices in the field of addiction studies today. The result is a landmark volume in the study of addiction which will be essential reading for advanced students and researchers in addiction as well as professionals such as medical practitioners psychiatrists psychologists of all varieties and social workers. | Evaluating the Brain Disease Model of Addiction

GBP 66.99
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Biomarkers of Brain Injury and Neurological Disorders

Biomarkers of Brain Injury and Neurological Disorders

This book explores the recent advances in the techniques and platforms used in biomarker research that have revolutionized the way we study diagnose and treat brain injury conditions. The contributors describe different biomarker studies pertaining to brain injury and other neurological disorders and analyze the different models and technologies used to identify these biological markers. The book includes findings from Omics research that have been utilized to decipher and identify such biomarkers. It discusses protein microRNA and altered gene profiles and reviews neurological disorders such as multiple sclerosis Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease and prion and Alzheimer’s disease. | Biomarkers of Brain Injury and Neurological Disorders

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In Vivo Optical Imaging of Brain Function

In Vivo Optical Imaging of Brain Function

These are exciting times for the field of optical imaging of brain function. Rapid developments in theory and technology continue to considerably advance understanding of brain function. Reflecting changes in the field during the past five years the second edition of In Vivo Optical Imaging of Brain Function describes state-of-the-art techniques and their applications for the growing field of functional imaging in the live brain using optical imaging techniques. New in the Second Edition:Voltage-sensitive dyes imaging in awake behaving animalsImaging based on genetically encoded probesImaging of mitochondrial auto-fluorescence as a tool for cortical mappingUsing pH-sensitive dyes for functional mappingModulated imagingCalcium imaging of neuronal activity using 2-photon microscopyFourier approach to optical imagingFully updated chapters from the first editionLeading Authorities Explore the Latest Techniques Updated to reflect continuous development in this emerging research area this new edition as with the original reaches across disciplines to review a variety of non-invasive optical techniques used to study activity in the living brain. Leading authorities from such diverse areas as biophysics neuroscience and cognitive science present a host of perspectives that range from a single neuron to large assemblies of millions of neurons captured at various temporal and spatial resolutions. Introducing techniques that were not available just a few years ago the authors describe the theory setup analytical methods and examples that highlight the advantages of each particular method.

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Mild Traumatic Brain Injury A Science and Engineering Perspective

Mild Traumatic Brain Injury A Science and Engineering Perspective

Mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) directly related to chronic traumatic encephalopathy presents a crisis in contact sports the military and public health. Mild Traumatic Brain Injury: A Science and Engineering Perspective reviews current understanding of mTBI methods of diagnosis treatment policy concerns and emerging technologies. It details the neurophysiology and epidemiology of brain injuries by presenting disease models and descriptions of nucleating events characterizes sensors imagers and related diagnostic measures used for evaluating and identifying brain injuries and relates emerging bioinformatics analysis with mTBI markers. The book goes on to discuss issues with sports medicine and military issues; covers therapeutic strategies surgeries and future developments; and finally addresses drug trials and candidates for therapy. The broad coverage and accessible discussions will appeal to professionals in diverse fields related to mTBI students of neurology medicine and biology as well as policy makers and lay persons interested in this hot topic. Features Summarizes the entire scope of the field of mTBI Details the neurophysiology epidemiology and presents disease models and descriptions of nucleating events Characterizes sensors imagers and related diagnostic measures and relates emerging bioinformatics analysis with mTBI markers Discusses issues with sports medicine and military issues Covers therapeutic strategies surgeries and future developments and addresses drug trials and candidates Dr Mark Mentzer earned his PhD in Electrical Engineering from the University of Delaware. He is a former research scientist at the US Army Research Laboratory where he studied mild traumatic brain injury and developed early-detection brain injury helmet sensors. He is a certified test director and contracting officer representative. He possesses two Level-III Defense Acquisition University Certifications in Science and Technology Management and in Test and Evaluation. During his career he developed a wide range of sensors and instrumentation as well as biochemical processes to assess brain trauma. Mentzer currently teaches graduate systems engineering and computer science courses at the University of Maryland University College. | Mild Traumatic Brain Injury A Science and Engineering Perspective

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