Role of the Endocannabinoid System in the Central Regulation of Nonmammalian Vertebrate Reproduction
Joint Authors
Pomatto, Valentina
Bovolin, Patrizia
Cottone, Erika
Source
International Journal of Endocrinology
Issue
Vol. 2013, Issue 2013 (31 Dec. 2013), pp.1-8, 8 p.
Publisher
Hindawi Publishing Corporation
Publication Date
2013-09-11
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
8
Main Subjects
Abstract EN
The endocannabinoid system (ECS) has a well-documented pivotal role in the control of mammalian reproductive functions, by acting at multiple levels, that is, central (CNS) and local (gonads) levels.
Since studies performed in animal models other than mammals might provide further insight into the biology of these signalling molecules, in the present paper we review the comparative data pointing toward the endocannabinoid involvement in the reproductive control of non-mammalian vertebrates, focussing in particular on the central regulation of teleost and amphibian reproduction.
The morphofunctional distribution of brain cannabinoid receptors will be discussed in relation to other crucial signalling molecules involved in the control of reproductive functions, such as GnRH, dopamine, aromatase, and pituitary gonadotropins.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Cottone, Erika& Pomatto, Valentina& Bovolin, Patrizia. 2013. Role of the Endocannabinoid System in the Central Regulation of Nonmammalian Vertebrate Reproduction. International Journal of Endocrinology،Vol. 2013, no. 2013, pp.1-8.
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Modern Language Association (MLA)
Cottone, Erika…[et al.]. Role of the Endocannabinoid System in the Central Regulation of Nonmammalian Vertebrate Reproduction. International Journal of Endocrinology No. 2013 (2013), pp.1-8.
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American Medical Association (AMA)
Cottone, Erika& Pomatto, Valentina& Bovolin, Patrizia. Role of the Endocannabinoid System in the Central Regulation of Nonmammalian Vertebrate Reproduction. International Journal of Endocrinology. 2013. Vol. 2013, no. 2013, pp.1-8.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-509985
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references
Record ID
BIM-509985