Full Description
This book provides medical professionals and researchers with a comprehensive overview of fundamental concepts and recent advances in neurochemistry, and offers new perspectives for all those involved with research in related disciplines. As drug discovery for neurodegenerative diseases is one of the largest subspecialties in the field of medicine, the book addresses topics that transcend the borders between disciplines, and presents a wealth of investigations into and discussions on critical questions relevant to the entire field of CNS drug research. It summarizes the available data on the fundamentals of neurotransmitters, treatment of and advanced care for neurodegenerative diseases; and outlines current and future research directions in this field. Combining both conventional and innovative approaches to the topic, the book offers a valuable guide for readers working in medicinal chemistry, the life sciences and allied fields.
Contents
Part 1. Basics of Neurochemistry.- Chapter 1. Molecular biology of nervous system.- Chapter 2. Basics of neurotransmitters and signal transmission.- Chapter 3. Chemistry of neurochemicals- Psychopharmaceuticals and neuropeptides.- Chapter 4. Exploring the Chemical makeup of Human brain.- Chapter 5. Chemical agents in nervous system.- Part 2. Revisiting Neurodegenerative diseases.- Chapter 6. Pathophysiology of Neurodegenerative diseases-Basics to advanced.- Chapter 7. Revisiting Alzheimer's disease.- Chapter 8. Advancement and challenges in Parkinson's disease research.- Chapter 9. Post-traumatic stress disorders.- Chapter 10. Neuropharmacology- Looking forward to the future.
