Description
Book SynopsisMammalian Neuroendocrinology presents a concise examination of how the nervous and endocrine systems interact to regulate physiological processes. Selected experimental results are presented to illustrate the current understanding of neuroendocrine processes. Neural influences and endocrine feedback mechanisms related to the secretion of adenohypophysial hormones are summarized for each hormone. The book's concise nature and readable style are highly suited for use as a graduate textbook.
There are also chapters devoted to each of the following topics: neurohypophysis, pineal gland, adrenal medulla, hormones and behavior, and neuroendocrine immunology. Comparisons are made among species of mammals, including laboratory rodents, domesticated ungulates, and primates. Agricultural and/or clinical aspects relevant to these topics are covered when appropriate. Mammalian Neuroendocrinology is excellent for students and professionals in neuroendocrinology, neuroscience, endocrinology, r
Table of Contents
Chapter 1. Principles of Neuroendocrinology, Chapter 2. Neuroendocrine Morphology, Chapter 3. Neurohypophysis, Chapter 4. Neural Controi of Adenohypophysis, Chapter 5. Miscellaneous Neuropeptides, Chapter 6. Corticotropin and Melanotropin, Chapter 7. Thyrotropin, Chapter 8. Somatotropin, Chapter 9. Prolactin, Chapter 10. Pineal Gland, Chapter 11. Gonadotropins in the Male, Chapter 12. Gonadotropins in the Female, Chapter 13. Adrenal Medulla, Chapter 14. Hormones and Behavior, Chapter 15. Neuroendocrine Immunology, Index
