Search for dissertations about: "ascending inhibition"

Found 3 swedish dissertations containing the words ascending inhibition.

  1. 1. The renin-angiotensin system in renal tubulogenesis. Experimental studies in the rat

    Author : Daina Lasaitiene; Göteborgs universitet; []
    Keywords : angiotensin II; extracellular matrix; inflammation; mitochondrial biogenesis; renal development; renin-angiotensin system; thick ascending limb of Henle; tubulogenesis;

    Abstract : The kidney and the renin-angiotensin system (RAS) are vital regulators of blood pressure and salt-water balance. In order to appropriately regulate circulatory homeostasis, the kidney must undergo normal development, in which the RAS plays a crucial role. READ MORE

  2. 2. Neural circuitry mechanisms in decision-making

    Author : Xinming Wang; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
    Keywords : ;

    Abstract : The brain is the exclusive organ that makes decisions for humans and the society. In this thesis, I will discuss recent advances in the understanding of neuroscientific mechanisms in decision-making. Decision-making is not a new topic in the human history, but it has existed for thousands of years. READ MORE

  3. 3. Dopamine D2 receptor G protein coupling and it's regulation

    Author : Anton Terasmaa; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
    Keywords : Dopamine; D2 receptor; G protein; supersensitivity; 6-hydroxydopamine; [3 S]GTP-gamma-S; radioligand binding;

    Abstract : Dopamine (DA) receptors belong to the superfamily of G protein coupled receptors. The D2 DA receptor is negatively coupled with adenylate cyclase via pertussis toxin sensitive (Gi/o) G proteins. READ MORE