The Metabotropic Glutamate Receptors [Paperback]

Molecular Cloning, Expression, and Characterization of Metabotropic Glutamate Receptor Subtypes. Pharmacological Properties of Metabotropic Glutamate Receptors. Second-Messenger Systems Coupled to Metabotropic Glutamate Receptors in Mammalian Brain. Anatomical Distribution of Metabotropic Glutamate Receptors in Mammalian Brain. Modulation of Ionic Currents by Metabotropic Glutamate Receptors in the CNS. Acute Regulation of Synaptic Transmission by Metabotropic Glutamate Receptors. Long-Lasting Modulation of Synaptic Transmission by Metabotropic Glutamate Receptors. Regulation of Neuronal Circuits and Animal Behavior by Metabotropic Glutamate Receptors. Roles of Metabotropic Glutamate Receptors in Neuronal Degeneration. Plasticity of Metabotropic Glutamate Receptors in Physiological and Pathological Conditions. Index....gives a state-of-the-art in the field (and) points out the needs of future research.-Trends in Pharmacological Sciences Review

This book is an excellent review of the molecular biology, pharmacology, anatomical distribution, and physiological and pathological roles of metabotrophic glutamate receptors. It provides a substantial support for the knowledge of metabotrophic glutamate receptor role in brain function and pathology. The editors have done an excellent job in choosing the contributing authors; each one is a major figure in the specific area he or she is presenting...recommended...-Neurological Research

...not only gives a state-of-the-art in the field but also points out the needs of future research thereby becomes of interest to scientists working both with metabotropic glutamate receptors and with receptors in general.-FEBS LettersSpringer Book Archives