Search for dissertations about: "GPCRs"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 72 swedish dissertations containing the word GPCRs.
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1. Evolution of the G protein-coupled receptor signaling system : Genomic and phylogenetic analyses
Abstract : Signal transduction pathways mediated by G protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs) and their intracellular coupling partners, the heterotrimeric G proteins, are crucial for several physiological functions in eukaryotes, including humans. This thesis describes a broad genomic survey and extensive comparative phylogenetic analysis of GPCR and G protein families from a wide selection of eukaryotes. READ MORE
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2. Selectivity of dopamine D1 and D2 receptor agonists – A combined computational approach
Abstract : Dopamine (DA) is an endogenous neurotransmitter acting in the central nervous system. DA plays a key role in many vital brain functions such as behavior, cognition, motor activity, learning, and reward. Dopamine receptors belong to the rhodopsin like family of G-protein coupled receptors (GPCRs). READ MORE
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3. Modeling the Interaction Space of Biological Macromolecules: A Proteochemometric Approach : Applications for Drug Discovery and Development
Abstract : Molecular interactions lie at the heart of myriad biological processes. Knowledge of molecular recognition processes and the ability to model and predict interactions of any biological molecule to any chemical compound are the key for better understanding of cell functions and discovery of more efficacious medicines. READ MORE
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4. The Membrane Proteome : Evolution, Characteristics and Classification
Abstract : Membrane proteins are found in all kingdoms of life and are essential for cellular interactions with the environment. Although a large research effort have been put into this group many membrane proteins remains uncharacterized, both in terms of function and evolutionary history. READ MORE
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5. GPCRs regulating catecholaminergic cell survival and function : focus on GPR37
Abstract : Dysfunction and dysregulation of catecholaminergic signaling are major causes of many neurological and psychiatric disorders, including Parkinson’s disease (PD), schizophrenia, ADHD and drug addiction. Currently an incomplete understanding of the mechanisms regulating the function and survival of catecholaminergic neurons hinders the development of effective treatments. READ MORE