Evolution of Nervous Systems

The third edition of Evolution of Nervous Systems includes wholly new content over 4 volumes, all chapters from the previous edition have been thoroughly updated, and 50 brand new contributions by leading experts have been added. Each of the volumes will be carefully restructured to offer expanded coverage of non-mammalian taxa, mammals, primates and the human nervous system. The basic principles of brain evolution are discussed, as well as mechanisms of change, which involve gene expression and altered courses of embryonic development. The reader can select from chapters on highly specific topics as well as those providing an overview of current thinking and approaches. This timely new edition of Evolution of Nervous Systems is a unique major reference, offering the gold standard for those interested in evolution and in nervous systems. - Presents a broad range of topics, ranging from genetic control of development in invertebrates, to human cognition, offering a one-stop resource for the evolution of nervous systems throughout the animal kingdom - Incorporates the expertise of over 100 outstanding investigators who provide their conclusions in the context of the latest experimental results - Presents areas of disagreement and consensus views that provide a holistic view of the subjects under discussion.