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Record Nr.

UNINA9910765545803321

Autore

Heinbockel Thomas

Titolo

Acetylcholine : Recent Advances and New Perspectives / / Thomas Heinbockel

Pubbl/distr/stampa

London : , : IntechOpen, , 2023

ISBN

1-80355-598-X

Descrizione fisica

1 online resource (150 pages)

Disciplina

599.0188

Soggetti

Acetylcholine - Receptors

Neural transmission

Lingua di pubblicazione

Inglese

Formato

Materiale a stampa

Livello bibliografico

Monografia

Nota di contenuto

1. Introductory Chapter: The Neurotransmitter Acetylcholine - A Young Centenarian -- 2. Avian Muscarinic Receptors: An Update -- 3. Central Nicotinic and Muscarinic Receptors in Health and Disease -- 4. Modes of Acetylcholine Signaling in the Prefrontal Cortex: Implications for Cholinergic Dysfunction and Disorders -- 5. Role of Acetylcholine in Chronic Diseases -- 6. Paraoxonase in Nervous System -- 7. Neurotoxin Decontamination.

Sommario/riassunto

Acetylcholine - Recent Advances and New Perspectives describes research related to the neurotransmitter acetylcholine. Acetylcholine was discovered as a neurotransmitter about 100 years ago. Still, researchers around the world study this important signaling molecule in terms of its chemistry, biochemistry, function in the central and peripheral nervous system, and relevance for neurological disorders and diseases. This book focuses on the role of acetylcholine in individual nerve cells, neural circuits, and specific brain regions. In addition, the book illustrates acetylcholine from historical perspectives to technological advances, as well as the use of novel tools in health and disease, in various animal models and organisms. As an added benefit, chapters in the book describe acetylcholine in its relation to paraoxonase enzymes, acetylcholine esterase, neurotoxins, and organophosphorus compounds. Furthermore, this book provides an overview of the work that is being done on acetylcholine and highlights any gaps and areas that would benefit from further exploration. It is a



useful resource for students and researchers in biological, chemical, medical, and history disciplines.

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Record Nr.

UNINA9910337889703321

Autore

Cander Ljiljana R.

Titolo

Ionospheric Space Weather / / by Ljiljana R. Cander

Pubbl/distr/stampa

Cham : , : Springer International Publishing : , : Imprint : Springer, , 2019

ISBN

3-319-99331-3

Edizione

[1st ed. 2019.]

Descrizione fisica

1 online resource (301 pages)

Collana

Springer Geophysics, , 2364-9119

Disciplina

551.5145

Soggetti

Geophysics

Meteorology

Atmospheric science

Space sciences

Spectrum analysis

Microscopy

Geophysics/Geodesy

Atmospheric Sciences

Space Sciences (including Extraterrestrial Physics, Space Exploration and Astronautics)

Spectroscopy and Microscopy

Lingua di pubblicazione

Inglese

Formato

Materiale a stampa

Livello bibliografico

Monografia

Nota di contenuto

Introduction -- Solar-Terrestrial Interactions -- Space Weather Causes and Effects -- Ionospheric Disturbances -- Ionospheric Storm Morphology -- Ionospheric Storm Origins and Models -- Ionospheric Irregularities -- Ionospheric Space Weather and Radio Propagation -- Conclusions.

Sommario/riassunto

This book describes essential concepts of, and the status quo in, the field of ionospheric space weather. It explains why our society on planet Earth and moving outwards into space cannot work safely, function efficiently, or progress steadily without committed and



comprehensive research initiatives addressing space weather. These initiatives must provide space environment specifications, warnings, and forecasts, all of which need to be timely, accurate and reliable. Cause and effect models of the Earth’s ionosphere are discussed in terms of the spatial and temporal dimensions of background variability, storms, gradients, irregularities, and waves in both current and long-term research activities. Starting from dynamic processes on the Sun, in the interplanetary medium, and in the Earth’s magnetosphere, ionosphere, and atmosphere, the text focuses on the dominant features of the plasma medium under normal and extreme conditions over the European zone during the last few Solar Cycles. One of the book’s most unique features is a series of fundamental examples that offer profound insights into ionospheric climate and weather. Various approaches for acquiring and disseminating the necessary data and forecasting analyses are discussed, and interesting analogies are observed between terrestrial and space weather – both of which could produce lasting social consequences, with not only academic but also concrete economic implications. The book’s primary goal is to foster the development of ionospheric space weather products and services that are capable of satisfying the ever-growing demand for space-based technology, and are ready for the society of the not-so-distant future.