Sökning: "chloride channels"
Visar resultat 1 - 5 av 24 avhandlingar innehållade orden chloride channels.
1. The interplay of ions in the stimulation of the pancreatic -cell
Sammanfattning : Glucose stimulation of insulin release is mediated by depolarisation of the pancreatic β-cells with accompanying entry of Ca2+ through voltage-dependent channels. An important feature of the glucose-induced depolarisation is its rhythmicity causing oscillations of the cytoplasmic Ca2+ concentration ([Ca2+]i), which trigger pulsatile release of insulin. LÄS MER
2. Chloride Channels and Brown Fat Cells
Sammanfattning : Chloride ion channels are macromolecular pores providing for passage of chloride ions (and certain other inorganic and organic anions) through the cell membrane, down their electrochemical gradients. Chloride channels are differentially expressed in various cells, to best suit specific cellular activities. LÄS MER
3. Chloride Homeostasis in Central Neurons
Sammanfattning : The overall aim of the present thesis is to clarify the control of intracellular chloride homeostasis in central neurons, because of the critical role of chloride ions (Cl–) for neuronal function. Normal function of the central nervous system (CNS) depends on a delicate balance between neuronal excitation and inhibition. LÄS MER
4. Ion channels in drug discovery : focus on biological assays
Sammanfattning : Ion channels are well characterised drug targets. However, the techniques used to study ion channel pharmacology have not been particularly applicable to modern drug discovery. LÄS MER
5. K+ channels in the inner ear : electrophysiological and molecular studies
Sammanfattning : Potassium channels are involved in several fundamental cellular processes. Heavy metals, such as mercury and lead, are widespread toxic pollutants and have been shown to act on various ion channels in the central nervous system. LÄS MER