1st Edition

Mammalian Neuroendocrinology

By Paul V. Malven Copyright 1993

    Mammalian Neuroendocrinology presents a concise examination of how the nervous and endocrine systems interact to regulate physiological processes. Selected experimental results are presented to illustrate the current understanding of neuroendocrine processes. Neural influences and endocrine feedback mechanisms related to the secretion of adenohypophysial hormones are summarized for each hormone. The book's concise nature and readable style are highly suited for use as a graduate textbook.
    There are also chapters devoted to each of the following topics: neurohypophysis, pineal gland, adrenal medulla, hormones and behavior, and neuroendocrine immunology. Comparisons are made among species of mammals, including laboratory rodents, domesticated ungulates, and primates. Agricultural and/or clinical aspects relevant to these topics are covered when appropriate. Mammalian Neuroendocrinology is excellent for students and professionals in neuroendocrinology, neuroscience, endocrinology, reproduction studies, and animal sciences.

    Principles of Neuroendocrinology
    Neuroendocrine Morphology
    Neurohypophysis
    Neural Control of Adenohypophysis
    Miscellaneous Neuropeptides
    Corticotropin and Melanotropin
    Thyrotropin
    Somatotropin
    Prolactin
    Pineal Gland
    Gonadotropins in the Male
    Gonadotropins in the Female
    Adrenal Medulla
    Hormones and Behavior
    Neuroendocrine Immunology
    Index

    Biography

    Paul V. Malvern