Philip V. Peplow - Stroke Biomarkers

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Neuromethods publishes cutting-edge methods and protocols in all areas of neuroscience as well as translational neurological and mental research. Each volume in the series offers tested laboratory protocols, step-by-step methods for reproducible lab experiments and addresses methodological controversies and pitfalls in order to aid neuroscientists in experimentation. Neuromethods focuses on traditional and emerging topics with wide-ranging implications to brain function, such as electrophysiology, neuroimaging, behavioral analysis, genomics, neurodegeneration, translational research and clinical trials. Neuromethods provides investigators and trainees with highly useful compendiums of key strategies and approaches for successful research in animal and human brain function including translational bench to bedside approaches to mental and neurological diseases.

Cover illustration: This custom piece was created by Dr. Bridget Martinez and Donald Mario Robert Harker; using acrylic paint on canvas with the addition of graphic design.

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This custom piece was created by Dr. Bridget Martinez and Donald Mario Robert Harker; using acrylic paint on canvas with the addition of graphic design

This artistic rendition encapsulates the hemispherical dominances in a visual capacity. Whereas one represents an objective, linear, logical, analytical and sequential school of thought, the other reveals itself to be less reasonable and dabbles in the idiosyncrasies of subjectivity by manifesting itself as a holistic network invoking an emotional, more intuitive and creative thought. Yet whether it is the poet or the accountant which dominates in each of us, it has become increasingly clear that the complete absence of either, leaves one in a universe devoid of both rhyme and reason.

This book is dedicated to our universe which inspires, challenges, creates, and molds beauty, even from the most unexpected corners and circumstances. The pursuit of knowledge is a great adventure. In loving memory of my father Elmer Martinez. Endless gratitude to my mother Eda Noguera, my sister Karla Zeo Sanchez, and my brother Elmer Martinez.

Bridget Martinez

The world is still a beautiful place and full of kindness and love. I wish to dedicate this book to Bridget who is a shining light and inspiration in my life and also to my family, friends, and colleagues for their support and encouragement.

Philip V. Peplow

In memory of Robert Rose Rhinehart, a strong believer in a great future of brain biomarkers and constant support.

Svetlana A. Dambinova