Structure to function of G protein-gated inwardly rectifying (GIRK) channels / Paul A. Slesinger, Kevin Wickman.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Slesinger, Paul A., author.

Wickman, Kevin, author.

Series:

International review of neurobiology.

International Review of Neurobiology, 0074-7742

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

G proteins.

Potassium channels.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (0 p.)

Edition:

First edition.

Place of Publication:

Amsterdam, [Netherlands] : Academic Press, 2015.

Summary:

This volume in the International Review of Neurobiology series is a comprehensive overview of the state-of-the-art research into GIRK Potassium Channels. It reviews current knowledge and understanding and provides a starting point for researchers and practitioners entering the field. Presents a comprehensive overview of the latest research into GIRK potassium channels Serves as a perfect starting point for researchers and practitioners entering the field Expands the literature and field of neurobiology

Contents:

Unifying mechanism of controlling Kir3 channel activity by G proteins and phosphoinositides

The roles of G[beta gamma] and G[alpha] in gating and regulation of GIRK channels - RGS redundancy and implications in GPCR-GIRK signaling

Structural insights into GIRK channel function

Localization and targeting of GIRK channels in mammalian central neurons

GIRK channel plasticity and implications for drug addiction

- GIRK channels: a potential link between learning and addiction

Behavioral and genetic evidence for GIRK channels in the CNS: role in physiology, pathophysiology, and drug addiction.

Notes:

Description based upon print version of record.

Includes bibliographical references at the end of each chapters and index.

Description based on online resource; title from PDF title page (ebrary, viewed November 13, 2015).

ISBN:

0-12-802458-5

0-12-802631-6

OCLC:

927491793