The Influence of Different Light Spectra on Broiler Chicken Endocrine Systems and Productivity
Abstract Simple Summary: Light plays a crucial role in regulating physiological processes in broiler chickens. It not only helps birds…
hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis
The Glucocorticoid Receptor: Isoforms, Functions, and Contribution to Glucocorticoid Sensitivity
Abstract Glucocorticoids exert pleiotropic effects on all tissues to regulate cellular and metabolic homeostasis. Synthetic forms are used therapeutically in…
Novel Pharmacological Targets of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorders
Abstract Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a psychopathological condition with a heterogeneous clinical picture that is complex and challenging to…
Marijuana Use and Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Adrenal Axis Functioning in Humans
Abstract Preclinical studies suggest cannabinoids affect functioning of the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis, but little is known about the effects of…