Neuroendocrinology, Neuroimmunology and Behavior Study Section [NNB]

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The Neuroendocrinology, Neuroimmunology and Behavior (NNB) study section reviews applications on the neurobiological basis of behavior with a focus on neuroendocrine and neuroimmune systems. Studies typically use behavioral, physiological, pharmacological, anatomical and developmental approaches, but may include cellular, molecular or genetic approaches. The development, maturation and aging of the neuroendocrine and neuroimmune systems are considered, as well as plasticity in the adult. NNB primarily considers research with animal models, but relevant work with humans is also included. Specific areas covered by NNB:

  • Reproductive neuroendocrinology:  neuroendocrinology of the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal axis and associated reproductive behaviors,
  • Stress neuroendocrinology:  neuroendocrinology of the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis and associated stress, anxiety and depressive behaviors,
  • Affiliative neuroendocrinology:  neuroendocrinology of oxytocin, vasopressin and prolactin secretion and associated maternal, affiliative and social behaviors,
  • Ingestive behavior:  neural regulation of food and fluid intake and whole body energy homeostasis,
  • Neuroimmunology:  interactions between the nervous and immune systems and associated sickness and depressive behaviors.

 

The study sections with most closely related areas of similar science listed in rank order are:

Neurobiology of Motivated Behavior Study Section [NMB]  
Integrative Physiology of Obesity and Diabetes Study Section [IPOD] 
Biobehavioral Mechanisms of Emotion, Stress and Health Study Section [MESH] 
Biological Rhythms and Sleep Study Section [BRS] 
Neurobiology of Learning and Memory Study Section [LAM] 

 



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