Applications of Neurochemistry

As drug discovery for neurodegenerative diseases is one of the largest subspecialties in the field of medicine, the book addresses topics that transcend the borders between disciplines, and presents a wealth of investigations into and discussions on critical questions relevant to the entire field of CNS drug research. This book provides medical professionals and researchers with a comprehensive overview of fundamental concepts and recent advances in neurochemistry, and offers new perspectives for all those involved with research in related disciplines. Combining both conventional and innovative approaches to the topic, the book offers a valuable guide for readers working in medicinal chemistry, the life sciences and allied fields. It summarizes the available data on the fundamentals of neurotransmitters, treatment of and advanced care for neurodegenerative diseases; and outlines current and future research directions in this field.

Dr Krunal Bhatt (1982) is presently working at Zydus hospital, Vadodara as a chief clinical intensivist and Anaesthesiologist for one year. He did his MBBS from Baroda Medical College. He has worked as a Medical Officer at various corporate hospitals in Vadodara (2006-2009). He joined Indian armed forces and posted to various locations during his tenure (2009-2018). He has served at Pune, Lucknow, Jodhpur, Jammu and Kashmir. He also has obtained Counter Insurgency ops medal and High Altitude serving medals for his serving tenure at line of control in Kashmir. He did his post-graduation in Anaesthesiology from AFMC, Pune, India in 2018. He is life member of Indian Medical Association, Indian Society of Anesthesiology, Indian Society of Critical Care Medicine, and European Society of Anaesthesia.