Neural Stem Cells and Therapy

Contributor(s)
Sun, Tao (editor)
Language
EnglishAbstract
This book is a collective work of international experts in the neural stem cell field. The book incorporates the characterization of embryonic and adult neural stem cells in both invertebrates and vertebrates. It highlights the history and the most advanced discoveries in neural stem cells, and summarizes the mechanisms of neural stem cell development. In particular, this book provides strategies and discusses the challenges of utilizing neural stem cells for therapy of neurological disorders and brain and spinal cord injuries. It is suitable for general readers, students, doctors and researchers who are interested in understanding the principles of and new discoveries in neural stem cells and therapy.
Keywords
Cellular biology (cytology)DOI
10.5772/1250Webshop link
https://www.intechopen.com/booksISBN
9789533079585, 9789535167730Publisher
IntechOpenPublisher website
https://www.intechopen.com/Publication date and place
2012Imprint
IntechOpenClassification
Biochemistry