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The phenomenon of consciousness has always been a central question for philosophers and scientists. This book presents a series of essays by leading thinkers giving an account of the ideas prevalent in the scientific study of consciousness. It is suitable for both students and researchers in designing research projects on consciousness.

Assembled in honor of Professor Alan Cowey FRS, this volume attempts to embrace his research interests in visual neuroscience. It contains a group of papers dealing with different fundamental aspects of the visual system, including the control and monitoring of eye movements.

Part of the "Progress in Brain Research" series this volume examines the emerging role of the hypothalamus as a crucial link between the sensing of nutrients and the control of insulin sensitivity, glucose uptake, and glucose production. It also shows the important interplay between the immune system and energy metabolism.

Presents a comprehensive overview of the findings and insights on translational research in neurotrauma. This book is useful for TBI or SCI researcher interested in translating their work to the clinic, as well as to clinicians interested in the research findings which could provide novel treatment strategies for their patients.

Combines the basic methodology of genomics and proteomics with the applications of such technologies in understanding psychiatric illnesses. This book offers an introduction of basic methodologies in genomics and proteomics and their integration in psychiatry, sections related to methods and application of the advancing technologies, and more.

Focuses on the role of gangliosides in three areas of medicine such as cancer, peripheral neuropathies and Alzheimer's disease. This book shows the progress in the pathogenesis of peripheral neuropathies, and the controversial role of gangliosides, also in therapeutic administration.

Oculomotor control of the eyes is the subject of many research projects, and advances in this field are relevant to understanding motor control in general. Part of the "Progress in Brain Research" series, this volume features reviews on the functional neuroanatomy and connectivity of the brain areas involved in controlling eye movements.

Focuses on three major areas: the role of thalamocortical communication in cognition and attention; the role of the thalamus in communication between cortical areas; and the hypothesis that much or all of the information relayed by thalamus. This volume provides a look at brain structures involved in perception and action.