The fourth edition of "Fundamental Neuroscience"
reinvents itself as an engrossing and comprehensive
presentation of the discipline of neuroscience, from
molecules to cognition. Thorough but succinct, and
lavishly illustrated, the book builds from an
introductory section that includes fundamental
neuroanatomy and goes on to cover cellular and molecular
neuroscience, development, sensory systems, motor
systems, regulatory systems, and behavioral and
cognitive neuroscience. The book has been retooled to
better serve its audience in the neuroscience and
medical communities. The chapters include more than 100
boxes describing clinical conditions, techniques, and
other special topics. Each chapter went through a
thorough review process, giving the book an evenness of
tone. The chapters are authored by outstanding working
scientists who are experts on the topics they cover. It
features: 30 per cent new material including new
chapters on Dendritic Development and Spine
Morphogenesis, Chemical Senses, Cerebellum, Eye
Movements, Circadian Timing, Sleep and Dreaming, and
Consciousness; additional text boxes describing key
experiments, disorders, methods, and concepts; more than
650 four-color illustrations, micrographs, and
neuroimages; multiple model system coverage beyond rats,
mice, and monkeys; and extensively expanded index for
easier referencing.
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