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The most comprehensive comparative resource on hormone structure, function and action across vertebrates and invertebrates.

Table of Contents

Handbook of Hormones, First Edition

I. Peptides and Proteins in Vertebrates

I-1. Neuropeptides

I-2. Adenohypophyseal Hormones

I-3. Gastrointestinal Hormones

I-4. Parathyroid Gland, Ultimobranchial Gland and Stannius Corpuscle Hormones

I-5. Other Peripheral Hormones

II. Peptides and Proteins in Invertebrates

II-1. Neuropeptides Related to Vertebrate Hormones

II-2. Invertebrate-Unique Peptides

II-2-1.Regulation of Development and Metabolism

II-2-2. Regulation of Myo/Cardio-Activitities

II-2-3. Regulation of Behaviors

II-2-4. Other Hormones and Neuropeptides

III. Lipophilic Hormones in Vertebrates

IV. Lipophilic Hormones in Invertebrates

V. Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals

VI. Gasotransmitters

About the Author

President of the Japan Society for Comparative Endocrinology; Professor, Laboratory of Physiology, Department of Marine Bioscience Atmosphere and Ocean Research Institute, The University of Tokyo, Chiba, Tokyo, Japan Sado Marine Biological Station, Faculty of Science, Niigata University, Niigata, Japan. His specific research interest involves neuroendocrine regulation of behavioral and physiological functions in diadromous migratory fish, such as salmonids and puffer fish.