Biol 408

TOPICS for CLASS PRESENTATIONS

1. Receptors-structure, function, evolution

CB1 receptors

CB2 receptors

Vanilloid receptors

2. Appetite

         Mechanism

         Rimonobant

         Lipid Metabolism

3. Endocannabinoid Metabolism

         Synthesis and degradation

4. Cardiovascular System

5. Digestive System

6. Immune System

         arthritis

         diabetes

         multiple sclerosis

7. Memory and Learning

8. Metabolism

         COX 1 and 2

         FAAH and MAGL

         Free radicals

9. Nervous System

         neurogenesis

neuro protection

10. Psychological Effects

         depression

         schizophrenia

11. Pain

12. Reproductive System

         Menstrual Cycle

         Spermatogenesis

         Embriogenesis

13. Skeletal System

         Osteoporosis