The authors' passion for the dynamic field of neuroscience is evident on every page, engaging students and helping them master the material. Even though the first 6 chapters may seem familiar and’ve been already covered in physiology courses, it has its own taste and beauty and makes reading it feel like the first time.

Publisher's Note: Products purchased from 3rd Party sellers are not guaranteed by the Publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product. Though the book may seem complex at times, it still provides a clear understanding of important brain functions such as metacognition and neuroplasticity. Great book for even introductory readers like me who is trying to understand what goes on between ears.Since these providers may collect personal data like your IP address we allow you to block them here.

As a chemist, I found it inspiring and fundamental to the furthering my understanding of chemistry/biochemistry. Mark Bear is Picower Professor of Neuroscience in the Picower Institute for Learning and Memory, Department of Brain and Cognitive Sciences, Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Fox and Dorothea Doctors Fox Professor of Ophthalmology and Visual Science and Professor of Neuroscience at Brown University.In just a few years, the field of neuroscience has been transformed by exciting new technologies and an explosion of knowledge about the brain. This book lacks fine detail, especially with respect to electrophysiology, computational approaches and molecular neuroscience. I recommend this for anyone who wants to see the very basic connections between neuronal function and behavior. I think this is the definitive textbook for laypeople or human science students (psychology) to begin seriously studying neuroscience.

By using the Web site, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to be bound by the Terms and Conditions. Although, I can point out some issues that may have been fixed in the 4th edition, as I have read the 3rd edition.Needless to say, I was in over my head and had insane amounts of catching up to do once the first week of panic attacks dwindled. Some are essential to make our site work; others help us improve the user experience or allow us to effectively communicate with you. The Fourth Edition has been fully updated to reflect these and other rapid advances in the field, while honouring its commitment to be student-friendly with striking new illustrations, additional animations, and an unparalleled array of online resources.

A neuroanatomy atlas insert (Appendix to Chapter 7) provides large images that highlight the anatomy of the brain, along with a self-quiz that gives students an opportunity to check their understanding.The human genome has been sequenced, sophisticated new methods have been developed for genetic engineering, and new methods have been introduced to enable visualization and stimulation of specific types of nerve cells and connections in the brain. Widely praised for its student-friendly style and exceptional artwork and pedagogy, Neuroscience: Exploring the Brain is a leading undergraduate textbook on the biology of the brain and the systems that underlie behavior.