Browsing University of Galway Theses (PhD Theses) by Subject "Cannabinoids"
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The cannabinoid type-2 (CB2) receptor as a target for anti-inflammatory disease modification in Parkinson's disease
(2016-08-04)Parkinson’s disease is a multifaceted neurodegenerative disorder with no curative treatment. A key aspect in the pathogenesis of Parkinson’s disease is inflammation, which is initially triggered by dying neurons and which ... -
Investigating the role of the endogenous cannabinoid system in emotional modulation of pain: neurochemical and molecular mechanisms
(2012-03-24)Abstract Pain represents a major unmet clinical need and affects a large number of individuals worldwide. The modulation of pain by cognitive and emotional factors is now widely recognised. Increased understanding of the ...