Crustacean experimental systems in neurobiology

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This book represents Part 2 of a project initiated by distinguished neuroscientists to visualize and promote the experimental advantages of the crustacean nervous system. The ease of dissection and the ability to access individual cells for detailed measurements make these systems particularly valuable for research. While neuroscience primarily focuses on mammals and humans to understand functional principles and their regulation, exploring nervous systems across the animal kingdom is essential. The unique properties of crustacean systems offer potential insights into previously unexplained brain functions. Their simply organized nervous systems perform vital tasks, providing a complete neural circuitry that is accessible for systematic investigation. The first volume, The Crustacean Nervous System, presents comprehensive reports on experimental work using crayfish and lobsters across various neuroscience sectors. This second volume, Crustacean Experimental Systems in Neurobiology, features excellent reviews on significant neurobiology topics. Each section begins with introductory texts from the section editors of the first volume, while prominent authors share their experimental approaches to understanding the brain, focusing on visual orientation, neuromuscular systems, and principles of neural processing.