Long-term Potentiation (Enhancing Neuroscience for 30 Years)

Book Description

In the thirty years since its discovery by Terje Lomo and Tim Bliss, Long Term Potentiation (LTP) has become one of the most extensively studied topics in contemporary neuroscience. In LTP the strength of synapses between neurons is potentiated following brief but intense activation. LTP is thought to play a central role in learning and memory, though the exact nature of its role is less clear. In spite of years of research, there are many questions about LTP regarding its functional relevance that remain unanswered - for example, is it a model of memory formation, or is the actual neural mechanism used by the brain to store information? This volume presents a state of the art account of LTP. It begins with lively accounts, by the scientists most closely involved, of the discovery of LTP and of the experiments that established its basic properties and induction mechanisms. Later contributions contain reviews and new research that cover the range of molecular, cellular, physiological and behavioural approaches to the study of LTP. Provocative, accessible, and authoritative, this book makes it clear why LTP continues in equal measure to puzzle and beguile neuroscientists today. Advance praise for Long Term Potentiation: "This book provides a definitive overview of the development of ideas about synaptic plasticity and about the wide range of current research in this fascinating field." Colin Blakemore, University of Oxford

Customer Reviews:

HOW DO WE REMEMBER?.......2004-11-24

Conference proceedings are often of limited value, riddled with typographical errors and worth little more than the paper they are printed on, but this one is different. Originally published in the Philosophical Transactions of the Royal Society, the work has been materially changed and updated, so it is now virtually error free. First noticed 30 years ago, long-term potentiation (LTP) comprises a family of refractory phenomena that last for hours, days and weeks rather than the usual milliseconds; thus LTP offers an empirical basis for short-term memory.

Following an insightful introduction by the editors come seven chapters in a section on the early history of LTP research, which I found particularly valuable. More often than not, authors of research papers assume that their readers are familiar with the background studies; thus it is difficult to work one's way into an ongoing field. LTP is important in neuroscience because it has opened the possibility of confirming the concept of synaptic plasticity which was assumed by Donald Hebb in his classic work The Organization of Behavior. Thus studies of LTP are a means of getting at the corresponding physiological bases for memory. Although many unanswered questions remain, this empirical hook together with the techniques of molecular biology have already led to plausible microscopic means for realization of LTP - and of long-term depression (LTD) - which are ably described in the sections on induction and expression of the phenomenon. A section on persistence raises the difficult question of how long LTP can last (and why), and a section on function considers how this research impinges on experimental psychology, neatly bringing the discussion back to the original motivation. Finally a short section of three chapters sketches some of the directions in which future LTP and LTD research may be heading.

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Hike among olive groves clinging to a rugged coastline, go to the source for the world's best pasta or spend the night in a grotto overlooking the Adriatic. Whatever you choose to do, planning a trip to Italy has never been this much fun, or this easy!

LOOK INSIDE FOR AN INNOVATIVE, NEW TRAVEL GUIDE!

Comprehensive, up-to-date, and easy to use, Fodor’s Italy 2006 remains the best resource for organizing your trip to Italia. Now, our 2006 edition also flaunts exclusive, new features including indispensable, customized tools for planning your trip, in addition to rich photography that illustrates the distinctive culture of the country. Plus, not only will you read the expert advice of our professional travel writers, but you’ll also review recommendations from everyday travelers like yourself, in our new “Word of Mouth” features throughout the book. Fodor's Italy 2006 is designed so that you spend less time researching and more time relishing what lies ahead on your dream vacation.

Plan a perfect vacation, with these new features:

Experience Italy like a local:
Fodor's Italy 2006 now features insights from prominent locals to give you an authentic taste of the country! From one of Florence's most distinguished restaurateurs explaining the elements of a perfect Tuscan meal to the director of the American Academy in Rome identifying her favorite works in the Vatican Museums.

“Word of Mouth” from Fodors.com:
Read what fellow travelers are saying about their favorite places to explore and unwind, featured throughout the book. Then, when you return from your trip, share your opinions on Fodors.com and they may get published in our 2007 edition!

Make the most of your trip:
Tip boxes throughout help save money, bypass lines, and avoid common travel pitfalls. "Eating Well" boxes in every chapter identify the pleasures of regional Italian cuisine. And the is brand new edition provides cultural background on Palladian villas, Mt. Etna, wine in the Piedmont Region, and even an emperor cheat sheet.

Photos and Maps:
Photographs, drawings, and interactive maps illustrate Italy's most popular attractions, from Venice's Grand Canal to Rome's Forum.

Always Up-to-date:
Fodor’s Italy guide is updated EVERY year–it’s the most accurate book available!

Visit Fodors.com for travel bargains, information on local festivals, maps, vacation planning tips, more reviews and much more!

And, to view more insider secrets, visit “Travel Talk” and “Rants and Raves” at Fodors.com/forums for more recommendations from travelers like yourself.

Customer Reviews:

start from the top.......2007-05-29

The book starts from venice and works its way down to sicily. It has much information and it is all easy with maps of the sub regions to help out. It also has a good general words of travel wisdom in the front.

By Jai Kapadia.......2006-10-30

Great book. Thought the word of mouth section throughout the book was very useful given that it was filled with recommendations from everyday people. Interactive Maps also easy to use.

My best aid (out of many) in planning my Italy trip.......2006-06-16

My wife and I travel often, and recently we started taking our kids along with us. I personally love to have many guides while planning the trip. For my North Italy trip I had: (1) The Rough Guide to Italy (2006); (2) The Green Guide - Italy - by Michelin (2006); (3) Let's Go Italy 2006; (4) A 2002 edition of an AA (British) guide to Tuscany; (5) Fodor's Italy 2006; (6) A set of more localized books; (7) The internet.

Buying Fodor's was almost an afterthought, as I was sure it would not contribute to our trip - we love to get off the beaten trek in our sightseeing, and then also spend part time tracking typical local customs such as agricultural, religious, culinary and artistic activities, which usually are not mentioned in guidebooks. I was really surprised to find quite a few such activities listed in Fodor's. For example, it showed us that we could join a tour demonstrating the preparation of the famous Parmigiano-Reggiano Cheese, and it was this book that convinced us to spend 2 full days for visiting 5 ancient villages hanging on the cliffs above the sea - the Cinque Terre. It also highlights activities that are of higher interest for children. The guide's layout is easy to navigate and inviting, and the writing never tedious. I found myself turning more and more to this book as my first source of information, and only afterwards complementing my knowledge from the others.

The downsides of the book are obvious - the hotels and restaurants mentioned are good, but the choice is rather limited, and not intended for those on a budget, or for those looking for that local neighborhood restaurant. For this, the internet (starting with sites like tripadvisor.com and virtualtourist.com) is the best source, complemented by some of the other guides mentioned above. But Fodor's is my preferred a source for the initial planning of the trip.

Book Description

Israelis love to chat, so don't be surprised - or caught out - if a total stranger starts up a heated discussion while you wait at a bus stop or felafel stand. An ancient language, Hebrew is the lingua franca of this most cosmopolitan of countries. Whether on a working holiday or on pilgrimage to the Holy Land, this book is an essential companion into the fascinating life of Israel.

guide to festivals & religious events
discuss sport, religion, & politics
easy-to-use transliterations alongside Hebrew script
special sections for business, visiting families & tracing ancestors

Customer Reviews:

Good Enough To Get Around.......2007-09-16

As phrasebooks go, this one is very good. It'll get you around easy enough without making a total fool of yourself. Well worth the money.

Best Hebrew phrase book for most travellers.......2007-02-26

Overall, this phrase book is the best I've seen for Hebrew. While there are a few things that I would like to see added, it contains a lot of information for its price and size!

Some of the nice features of this phrase book are:
- The grammer section is quite extensive and gives a good foundation for you to create your own phrases using the words and structures of other phrases
- There are quite a few cultural notes and tips, given the book's small size
- Most phrases use a passive form so that it can be said by and to anyone. When this is not possible, both male and female forms are given for nearly all phrases so that you will be correct whether you are a man or woman and whether you are speaking to a man or woman
- The section on numbers includes both masculine and feminine forms, so you can count, tell time, give distances and say quantities in the correct form
- There is a two-page section with key Arabic phrases (though it is only transliterated into English, so you won't be able to read any signs or show it to an Arabic speaker)
- There is a small, but useful English-Hebrew dictionary as well as a Hebrew-English dictionary included
- There is an index which makes it easier to locate a specific topic
- There is a Hebrew finder (Hebrew index), which makes it easy for a Hebrew speaker to use your book and find a phrase (they can also use the Hebrew-English dictionary)
- There are several pages for your own notes (you can write down important phrases for yourself that will use so you can tell waiters, medics, etc.)

Some of the cons of this book (found in the Berlitz phrase book) are:
- Only British English is used - so Americans must know some British vocabulary to find certain words and topics (i.e. a pharmacist is called a chemist in British English)
- There are no conversion references for American travellers who may not be familiar with the metric system
- There are no genders given for Hebrew words in the included dictionaries (though you can usually guess this by the ending of the word)
- The Hebrew text is smaller and closer to the binding than that in the Berlitz phrase book, which makes it sometimes hard to read
- There is no specific "sign" or "menu" reader, though the Hebrew-English dictionary can be used for this
- The last page is an advertisement for Lonely Planet, rather than emergency phrases and phone numbers (as a fix - tear this page out and use the last of the included pages for notes to write down the number to your embassy and/or consulate, emergency numbers [i.e. Police: 100 Ambulance: 101 Fire: 102], and any other emergency information you want to access fast)

Overall, this dictionary includes the most phrases and features for its size and price. I would recommend it for most travellers and even as a useful guide if you are learning Hebrew.

Hebrew vowels missing - worthless if you know a little Hebrew.......2007-02-08

For each English phrase, this book presents the transliteration along with the Hebrew text, BUT the Hebrew text is missing vowels. If you have no intention of learning any Hebrew letters and plan to get by on the transliteration alone, you may find this book acceptable. However, if you already know how to read Hebrew -- or hope to be able to learn -- you'll wind up thwarted. People who are completely literate in Hebrew don't need the vowels -- but they won't be buying a Hebrew phrasebook either. Shame on Lonely Planet for making an otherwise decent book unusable to many of us.

A Resourceful Book with Tons of Information.......2003-09-03

As usual, this is one the many wonderful phrase books published by Lonely Planet. The "Hebrew Phrasebook" gives the reader indept knowledge about the origins of the Hebrew language. With it's idioms and pronunciations, this phrasebook would be an excellent compliment to the Pimsleur Hebrew program. Unlike the media, this book reflects the positive side of Israel. I love the details about the different religious customs and festivals. The author also gives a detailed description of Israel's palatable produce and tasty traditional meals. There's a small section about the Israeli army and how to respond when approached by a soldier. Also, I find the medical emergency section to be very helpful. Many countries want you to think that they have a utopian atmosphere, in which sometimes is far from the truth. That's why it's very important to know how to ask for help when encountering dangerous situations and medical emergencies. For anyone traveling to Israel, this book is a treasure to have. It's very informative and fun to read.

Best pocket-sized phrasebook and dictionary for price.......2001-06-09

This phrasebook is easily one of the best I have seen. It's small size will fit conveniently into a pocket, making it more useful than larger ones. Although it does not have a huge dictionary, it does have many common words and phrases. Since it does fit into a pocket, I found myself going to this book much more often than the larger dictionary that I had with me. It contains very useful sections on pronunciation and grammar as well as phrases arranged by topic. There is a dictionary in the back that is both English-to-Hebrew (with phonetic pronunciation!)as well as Hebrew-to-English. Both dictionaries contain the words in English, the phonetic pronunciation, and the Hebrew spelling. The English-to-Hebrew dictionary lists the English word, the Hebrew pronunciation, and then the Hebrew word. The Hebrew-to-English dictionary is designed for English speakers; the words are given by their pronunciation, then the English word, then the Hebrew spelling. There is also a good section that covers the correct wording based on gender. This guide is designed for english speakers, and unlike most of the Hebrew dictionaries out there, it does not require prior knowledge of the Hebrew aleph-bet. There are also interesting cultural anecdotes and tidbits sprinkled throughout the text as well as descriptions of all the important Jewish festivals and holidays.

This book gives the best bang for your buck; you can spend more money on a more extensive phrase book, but this one will get you through most situations.

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OK

Horses CD-ROM and Book (Dover Electronic Series)
John Green
Manufacturer: Dover Publications
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

Clip Art | Graphic Design | Design & Decorative Arts | Arts & Photography | Subjects | Books
Decorative Arts | Design & Decorative Arts | Arts & Photography | Subjects | Books
General | Arts & Photography | Subjects | Books
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ASIN: 0486995542

Book Description

285 high-quality, royalty-free images of horse breeds as well as saddles and equestrian gear, stalls, horseshoes, and training equipment, horses being ridden, raced, groomed, and trained, and other horse-related activities. Ideal for adding a realistic equine touch to signs, posters, and announcements, these handsome, black-and-white illustrations come in assorted shapes and sizes.

Customer Reviews:

OK.......2007-09-13

It's rated a 4 because I assumed there would be more action shots of horses jumping, running ect. There wasn't. While there are some very fine quality line drawings; most of the actual horse pictures are just standing there or in a canter pose like the much illustrated Tennessee Walker.

The other poses were with someone grooming the hores, ferriers doing their thing, braiding the mane and bathing. There are also details of different bridles, handgrips while riding western and English and mucking the stalls.

It only got a 4 star rating because I was expecting more horse action shots (jumping, drinking, rearing) but Dover's books are high quality, the cd is handy esp with the .TIFF format included and although I was disappointed that the book wasn't what I thought it was going to be I was pleasantly surprised that they did include some of the other activities where it relates to horses and the equipment.

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Gaited Horse Activity and Coloring Book

Gaited Horse Activity and Coloring Book
Karen Jean Matsko Hood
Manufacturer: Whispering Pine Press, Inc.
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: CD-ROM

Action & Adventure | People & Places | Children's Books | Subjects | Books
ASIN: 159649509X

Product Description

Gaited Horse makes learning about horses a lot of fun. Written in three languages â Spanish, German and English â and containing 180 enjoyable activities, it is an enjoyable book for older children and adults alike. The author breeds and imports gaited horses, making the material in the book authentic. The book teaches your child the basics of math, English, writing and reading, Gaited Horse makes a beautiful addition to any home library.

Customer Reviews:

Gaited Horse Activity and Coloring Book.......2002-08-24

If I could rate this book higher I would. This book is a terrific educational tool for older children and even adults. My teenagers really liked learning the different languages and about the different gaited breeds of horses. I would really recommend this book for anyone who has a child in 4-h learning about horses! The pictures were well drawn by a very talented artist who really brought out the features of each horse and the activities were very helpful in learning the breeds and the gaits.

Horsekeeping & Training Master Library (Book on CD-ROM)

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Horsekeeping & Training Master Library (Book on CD-ROM)
Cherry Hill
Manufacturer: TETON NEW MEDIA
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: CD-ROM

General | Medicine | Subjects | Books

General | Veterinary Medicine | Medicine | Subjects | Books

Book Description

A complete CD-ROM resource containing information on horse training, English and Western riding, longeing, long lining, ground training, gaits, transitions, physical development, arena exercises, health care, hoof care, lameness, buying, selling, grooming, showing, and horse facilities design and maintenance.

Plus, along with the expert knowledge of Cherry Hill, each library contains "Horse Anatomy, A Coloring Atlas" by Robert A. Kainer and Thomas O. McCracken and an integrated custom dictionary to aid with unfamiliar equine terms. Here again, you are able to get to the information you need quickly and printout copies to take with you while caring for, riding, or learning the anatomy of your horse.

TOPICS

Becoming an Effective Rider - Developing Your Mind and Body for Balance and Unity

Horse Handling and Grooming - A Photographic Guide to Mastering Skills

101 Arena Exercises - Ringside Guide for Horse and Rider

Horse Health Care - A Photographic Guide to Mastering Skills

Maximum Hoof Power - How to Improve Your Horse's Performance with Proper Hoof Management

Horsekeeping on a Small Acreage - Facilities Design and Management

Horseowner's Guide to Lameness

Your Pony, Your Horse - A Kid's Guide to Care and Enjoyment

101 Longeing and Long Lining Exercises - English and Western

101 Horsemanship and Equitation Patterns - Western and English Ringside Guide

Horse for Sale - How to Buy a Horse or Sell One You Have

Longeing and Long Lining the English and Western Horse - A Total Program

Horse Anatomy - A Coloring Atlas by Robert A. Kainer and Thomas O. McCracken

Product Description

This work is a collection of information about Gaited Horses on an international level and includes stories, articles and poems centered on Gaited Horse International. Written by a collection of Authors and Edited by Karen Jean Matsko Hood. Gaited Horse International is an annual edition book that includes contributions from our readers, submitted each year. This information includes some history, current events, how to take care of your horse, vet information, health information, and anything that is helpful in caring for Gaited Horses. The collection is also geared to those people interested in Gaited Horses, but who do not yet own one. Please visit our website at www.gaitedhorsebooks.com. 128 pgs. Whispering Pine Press, Inc. © 2006.

Icelandic Horse Activity and Coloring Book, Second Edition

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Icelandic Horse Activity and Coloring Book, Second Edition

Icelandic Horse Activity and Coloring Book, Second Edition
Karen Jean Matsko Hood
Manufacturer: Whispering Pine Press, Inc.
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: CD-ROM
ASIN: 1596493275
Release Date: 2005-04-01

Product Description

Icelandic Horse Activity and Coloring Book is written in English, Icelandic, and German by author Karen Jean Matsko Hood. This book introduces children to Icelandic and German words along with information on the gaits of the Icelandic horse. Children will have hours of fun learning about the Icelandic horse and the fun of doing word puzzles, cryptograms, coloring, mazes, crosswords, number games, and many more wonderful educational activities. Through the importance of teachings in the values of kindness and gentleness in the love and care of all animals, the young reader will also learn about the history of this gentle breed of Icelandic horse and its increasing popularity in North America. Your children surely enjoyed the first edition and now you will want to purchase this second edition for your children and as a gift to a friends child.

Customer Reviews:

Icelandic Horse Activity and Coloring Book, Second Edition.......2005-06-21

This is a must have my kids loved this book.

Icelandic Horse and Travel - 2006 Annual Book

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Icelandic Horse and Travel - 2006 Annual Book
Karen Jean Matsko Hood
Manufacturer: Whispering Pine Press, Inc.
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: CD-ROM
ASIN: 1594340374

Product Description

This book, Icelandic Horse and Travel, offers a collection of information about travel to wherever the Icelandic Horse can be found. This book includes stories, articles, and poems centered on Icelandic Horse travel. Icelandic Horse and Travel is an annual edition book that includes contributions from our readers, submitted each year along with some history, current events, how to take car of your horse, veterinary and health information, and anything that is helpful in caring for your Icelandic Horse. This book is geared to those people who are interested in Icelandic Horses, but are not yet owners of one. Please visit our website at www.icelandichorse.com. 8.5 x11 inches, 128pp., Whispering Pine Press, Inc. © 2006.

The Travels of First Horse - Book I - To Assyria

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Recommended -- This applies to books 1-3

The Travels of First Horse - Book I - To Assyria
Dr. Bob Rich
Manufacturer: Bookmice.com Inc.
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: CD-ROM
ASIN: 1930364733

Customer Reviews:

Recommended -- This applies to books 1-3.......2001-04-24

The Ehvelen people were the Mother's own; their purpose was to protect the helpless from slavery, oppression and abuse. We Giants remember them as Elves, Fairies, Leprechauns, Pixies, Dwarves, Gnomes, Trolls and Djinns. The Ehvelen people were peaceful, living in harmony with nature while their enemies, the Doshi, were a warrior tribe who enslaved women and measured a man's importance by his number of sons.

These first three books of the series tell the story of First Horse, who left his people at the age of fifteen, not returning until ten years later. He learned military secrets and formed alliances against the savage Doshi, hoping to be able to enable the defense of the people. In this epic saga, Horse becomes a language expert, a weapon maker, a traveling magician and a gaming champion. Along the way, he also discovers the secrets and alliances that guarantee the continuance of his people, if only he can make it home alive.

Unfortunately, Horse's fast paced travels keep the story a bit superficial, preventing the depth of characterization that I expected. Nevertheless, the most interesting element of these tales is the framework of the tales themselves. Dr. Rich explains that the stories were handed down through the oral tradition. Until 800 A. D. the Ehvelen people were living in Ireland, and a scribe called Grasshopper transcribed the stories which were later found on scrolls. Dr. Rich began his work of translating the scrolls in 1993. The lending of historical data, with geographical details and the provision of credentials, Dr. Rich claiming to be employed by the Department of Mythology at the University of Selfril Islands, lends the tale a fascinating historical complexity and depth. For fans who enjoy these first three books, two more will follow, which include THE GREAT KHAN and THE AREG WARS.

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The Travels of First Horse - Book II - The Secret of Wootz
Dr. Bob Rich
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ProductGroup: Book
Binding: CD-ROM
ASIN: 1930364741

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The Travels of First Horse - Book III - From Ice To Magic
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ProductGroup: Book
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