Introduction to Intercellular Signal Transduction I for Non-Specialists
Introduction to Intercellular Signal Transduction I for Non-Specialists
This lesson provides an introduction to neurons, synaptic transmission, and ion channels.
Topics covered in this lesson
- Structure of cells and neurons
- Types of astrocytes
- Signal transduction
- Structure and function of a synapse
- Types of neurotransmitters
- Synaptic vesicles
- Ligand-gated ion channels
- Example: nicotinic acetyl choline receptor, structure and function
- Ion distribution and membrane potential
- Active transport of ions
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