The Glutamate Receptors

Glutamate receptors are critically important for normal brain function. The last decade has seen remarkable advances in our understanding of the physiological function and molecular structure of these proteins. This book provides a detailed review of the field, including a topical update to two excellent books, The Ionotropic Glutamate Receptors and The Metabotropic Glutamate Receptors. An exciting primer on glutamate receptors and their central role in neurotransmission, The Glutamate Receptors covers the extraordinary research and significant developments in the decade since the previous books were published. It also offers a snapshot of where prominent scientists expect to see research heading in the future. Both insightful and comprehensive, this book provides an invaluable reference for students and scientists on nearly every aspect of glutamate receptor structure and function.