In the rapidly-evolving landscape of neurosciences, it is no easy task
to select a limited array of topics to present in a text such as this.
The current volume takes as its purpose to provide a representative
survey of the current science of brain repair for those seeking to
establish a foundation in the field or to replenish a prior knowledge
base that may have lapsed in its currency. It also hopes to offer
insights into what remains elusive to our collective investigations,
defining the “frontiers” of brain repair for those that are
currently immersed in the exciting intersection of biological advances
and neuroscientific discoveries. In Chapter 1 the fundamentals of
imaging transplanted cells is discussed with emphasis on animal models
as well as the horizon for clinical trials. Then, detailed methods on
the culture of neural stem cells is reviewed as a foundation for
approaching therapeutic goals. Chapter 3 presents the broad scope of
animal models that serve as the foundation for developmental and
pre-clinical investigation, with mention of recent genetically
engineered mouse models that represent the best models for studying
disease development and treatment. Chapter 4 provides background on
the delivery techniques to animals and patients that are available,
providing vital information on the subtleties of technique necessary
for optimal cellular grafting. Chapters 5 and 6 discuss new and
evolving information on the origins of brain tumors and the indelible
role of stromal and microenvironmental influences on oncogenesis and
tumor progression. Subsequently, the utility of neural stem cells as
cellular vehicles to deliver chemotherapeutics to broad neuropathology
is reviewed. In Chapter 8 the scope of treating brain tumors is
expanded beyond stem cells, to present the best biological
interventions to improve upon current treatment options for brain
malignancy. The last two chapters present a comprehensive review on
stem cell and gene therapy options for treating cerebrovascular and
neurovascular pathology. In amassing this collection, my intention has
been to provide the reader with a broad introduction into molecular
imaging, stem cell biology, cell therapy, animal models, central
nervous system malignancies, stroke, and neurodegeneration. My hope is
that Frontiers of Brain Repair will be the intellectual soil from
which a deeply rooted and well-nourished vintage of neuroscience will
arise.
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ISBN
9781441958198
Publisert
2020
Utgave
1. utgave
Utgiver
Springer Nature
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Product language
Engelsk
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Digital bok
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