(Ebook) The Brain by Charles Watson; Matthew Kirkcaldie; George Paxinos ISBN 9780123738899, 012373889X

(Ebook) The Brain by Charles Watson; Matthew Kirkcaldie; George Paxinos ISBN 9780123738899, 012373889X

The authors of the most cited neuroscience publication, The Rat Brain in Stereotaxic Coordinates, have written this introductory textbook for neuroscience students. The text is clear and concise, and offers an excellent introduction to the essential concepts of neuroscience.Based on contemporary neuroscience research rather than old-style medical school neuroanatomyThorough treatment of motor and sensory systemsA detailed chapter on human cerebral cortexThe neuroscience of consciousness, memory, emotion, brain injury, and mental illnessA comprehensive chapter on brain development A summary of the techniques of brain researchA detailed glossary of neuroscience termsIllustrated with over 130 color photographs and diagramsThis book will inspire and inform students of neuroscience. It is designed for beginning students in the health sciences, including psychology, nursing, biology, and medicine.Clearly and concisely written for easy comprehension by beginning studentsBased on contemporary neuroscience research rather than the concepts of old-style medical school neuroanatomyThorough treatment of motor and sensory systemsA detailed chapter on human cerebral cortexDiscussion of the neuroscience of conscience, memory, cognitive function, brain injury, and mental illnessA comprehensive chapter on brain development A summary of the techniques of brain researchA detailed glossary of neuroscience termsIllustrated with over 100 color photographs and diagrams