Effect of cannabinoid receptor ligands on microglial cell functions

Background: Microglial cells can be regarded as the macrophages of the central nervous system. Their activation has protective functions in the destruction of pathogens, removal of debris and release of neurotrophic factors, but excessive activation can exacerbate the effects of inflammation contri...

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Main Author: Hassan, Samia
Format: Thesis (University of Nottingham only)
Language:English
Published: 2013
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Online Access:https://eprints.nottingham.ac.uk/13508/