Encyclopedia of the human brain [electronic resource]
2012
Book
Abstract: In the past decade, enormous strides have been made in understanding the human brain. The advent of sophisticated new imaging techniques (e.g. PET, MRI, MEG, etc.) and new behavioral testing procedures have revolutionized our understanding of the brain, and we now know more about the anatomy, functions, and development of this organ than ever before. However, much of this knowledge is scattered across scientific journals and books in a diverse group of specialties: psychology, neuroscience, medicine, etc. The Encyclopedia of the Human Brain places all information in a single source and contains clearly written summaries on what is known of the human brain. Covering anatomy, physiology, neuropsychology, clinical neurology, neuropharmacology, evolutionary biology, genetics, and behavioral science, this encyclopedia contains peer reviewed signed articles from experts around the world. The Encyclopedia articles, from Action Potential to Working Memory, contain a definition paragraph, glossary, outline, and suggested readings, in addition to the body of the article. Lavishly illustrated, the Encyclopedia includes figures, many in full color. Managing both breadth and depth, the Encyclopedia is a must-have reference work for life science libraries and researchers investigating the human brain.
Main title:
Encyclopedia of the human brain [electronic resource] / editor-in-chief, V.S. Ramachandran.
Imprint:
San Diego, Calif. : Academic Press, c2002 (Boston, Mass. : Credo Reference, 2012.)
Collation:
1 online resource (2392 entries) : 2215 images, digital files.
Notes:
Includes bibliographical references.Description based on title page of print version.
System details:
Mode of access: World Wide Web.
Linking notes:
Print version: 4 v. (xxxv, 903 p.) : ill.
Contents:
A-Z.
Access restrictions:
Access restricted to authorized users and institutions.
ISBN:
9781849725033 (online)9780122272103 (print)0122272102 (set alk paper)0122272110 (v 1 alk paper)0122272129 (v 2 alk paper)0122272137 (v 3 alk paper)0122272145 (v 4 alk paper)
Dewey class:
612.8303
LC class:
QP376
Language:
English
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BRN:
502559
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