The Dynamic Neuron
John Smythies was Professor Emeritus of Psychology at the University of California, San Diego, and at the Neurology Institute in London with appointments at Harvard and at the University of Washington, Seattle. He is one of the pre-eminent researchers who studies the neurochemistry of schizophrenia and mental illness.
A comprehensive review of current research on synaptic plasticity.
The traditional model of synapses as fixed structures has been replaced by a dynamic one in which synapses are constantly being deleted and replaced. This book, written by a leading researcher on the neurochemistry of schizophrenia, integrates material from neuroscience and cell biology to provide a comprehensive account of our current knowledge of the neurochemical basis of synaptic plasticity.
The book presents the evidence for synaptic plasticity, an account of the dendritic spine and the glutamate synapse with a focus on redox mechanisms, and the biochemical basis of the Hebbian synapse. It discusses the role of endocytosis, special proteins, and local protein synthesis. Additional topics include volume transmission, arachidonic acid signaling, hormonal modulation, and psychological stress. Finally, the book considers pharmacological and clinical implications of current research, particularly with reference to schizophrenia and Alzheimer's disease.
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