Biochemistry of the Nervous System, Specialized Topics
Last Updated: October 31, 2025 Introduction to the Opioids Opioids are any compounds that resemble the naturally occurring alkaloids found in the resin of the opium poppy. The term opiate refers only to the alkaloids found in poppy resin whereas, opioid refers to...
Biochemistry of the Nervous System, Specialized Topics
Last Updated: February 20, 2025 Brief Overview of Human Nervous System The human nervous system consists of two main parts, the central nervous system (CNS) and the peripheral nervous system (PNS). The CNS contains the brain and spinal cord. The PNS comprises the...
Biochemistry of the Nervous System, Lipid Metabolism, Specialized Topics
Last Updated: October 28, 2025 Introduction to the Endocannabinoids The discovery of the endocannabinoids came about as a result of the identification of the major psychoactive component of marijuana, Δ9-tetrahydrocannabinol (Δ9-THC, or just THC). Marijuana is...