Glial Cell Development: Basic Principles and Clinical Relevance (Molecular and Cellular Neurobiology Series) [Hardcover]

Kristjan R. Jessen (Editor), William D. Richardson (Editor)

Book Description

Publication Date: February 12, 1998 | ISBN-10: 1872748546 | ISBN-13: 978-1872748542 | Edition: 1

Glial cell function and development has become a major focus of research in the neurosciences. Distinct glial progenitors have been identified, key glial genes have been cloned, and the growth factor regulation of glial survival, proliferation, and function is being unraveled. As a result, it will soon be possible to understand at the molecular level some vital functions, such as myelination and regulation of axon growth and repair. In this book, leading researchers review the current state of knowledge of all classes of glia and describe how this knowledge is being applied to the treatment of human disease. It is a valuable reference book for all researchers in developmental biology and neuroscience.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"An excellent collection of essays from leaders in the field, who have made considerable effort to be up-to-date and speculate on the broader implications of advances in glial research."--Trends in Neurosciences

About the Author

Kristjan Jessen, Department of Anatomy and Developmental Biology, University College London. William Richardson, MRC Laboratory for Molecular Cell Biology, University College London.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 272 pages
• Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA; 1 edition (February 12, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1872748546
• ISBN-13: 978-1872748542
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 6.1 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,988,236 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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