The human brain: an introduction to its functional anatomy with student consult online access

Already known as the reference of choice for expert coverage on the structureand function of the human brain and the nervous system, Nolte's The Human Brain continues to impress with essential updates throughout this new edition. Itincludes a new chapter on formation, modification, and repair of connections,with coverage of learning and memory, as well as the coming revolution of ways to fix damaged nervous systems, trophic factors, stem cells, and more. 550 full-color illustrations-more than 650 in all-support the text and depict everynuance of brain function. But, best of all, your purchase now includes accessto the entire contents online, including all of the book's illustrations, video clips, and additional software, plus many other exclusive features at www.studentconsult.com. INDICE: 1. Introduction to the Nervous System2. Development of the NervousSystem3. Gross Anatomy and General Organization of the Central Nervous System4. Meningeal Coverings of the Brain and Spinal Cord5. Ventricles and Cerebrospinal Fluid6. Blood Supply of the Brain7. Electrical Signaling by Neurons8. Synaptic Transmissions Between Neurons9. Sensory Receptors and the Peripheral Nervous System10. Spinal Cord11. Organization of the Brain Stem12. Cranial Nervesand their Nuclei13. The Chemical Senses of Taste and Smell14. Hearing and Balance: The Eighth Cranial Nerve15. Atlas of the Human Brainstem16. The Thalmus and Internal Capsule: Getting to and From the Cerebral Cortex17. The Visual System18. Overview of Motor System19. Basal Ganglia20. Cerebellum21. Control of Eye Movements22. Cerebral Cortex23. Drives, Emotions, and Memories: The Hypothalmus and Limbic System24. Formation, Modification and Repair of Connections25. Atlas of the human Forebrain

• ISBN: 978-0-323-04131-7
• Editorial: Mosby
• Encuadernacion: Rústica
• Páginas: 736
• Fecha Publicación: 01/09/2008
• Nº Volúmenes: 1
• Idioma: Inglés