Bücher von Andrea C. Gore

Addresses the evidence for endocrine disrupting chemical (EDC) action on the developing brain. Topics covered include background about EDCs, evidence for exposures, concerns about EDC effects in the developing organism, and particularly on the developing nervous system, how EDCs perturb the brain's neuroendocrine systems, and transgenerational epigenetic effects of EDCs.

Gonadotropin-releasing hormone cells are the key regulators of reproductive function in all vertebrate organisms. This book aims to bring together the large and diverse literature of both laboratory and applied research that focuses on these unique cells. It is useful for students studying endocrinology, reproduction, and neuroendocrinology.