Learning and Memory: A Comprehensive Reference

by John H. Byrne (Contributor)

Learning and Memory: A Comprehensive Reference, Second Edition is the authoritative resource for scientists and students interested in all facets of learning and memory. This updated edition includes chapters that reflect the state-of-the-art of research in this area. Coverage of sleep and memory has been significantly expanded, while neuromodulators in memory processing, neurogenesis and epigenetics are also covered in greater detail. New chapters have been included to reflect the massive increase in research into working memory and the educational relevance of memory research. No other reference work covers so wide a territory and in so much depth.




Provides the most comprehensive and authoritative resource available on the study of learning and memory and its mechanisms
Incorporates the expertise of over 150 outstanding investigators in the field, providing a 'one-stop' resource of reputable information from world-leading scholars with easy cross-referencing of related articles to promote understanding and further research
Includes further reading for each chapter that helps readers continue their research
Includes a glossary of key terms that is helpful for users who are unfamiliar with neuroscience terminology

Genres: Neuroscience

2402 pages, Hardcover

First published February 20, 2004

Reviews

[Icaro Moro · Rating 5 out of 5]

Amazing collection of articles. It is perfect for who wants to really dig in how our brain learns.

Though, I wouldn't recommend it for someone getting started (as I was when I got here).

I'm sure I didn't absorb 10% of what this book can teach.