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The Use of Immediate Early Genes as Mapping Tools for Neuronal Activation: Concepts and Methods

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Immediate Early Genes in Sensory Processing, Cognitive Performance and Neurological Disorders

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Terleph, T.A., Tremere, L.A. (2006). The Use of Immediate Early Genes as Mapping Tools for Neuronal Activation: Concepts and Methods. In: Pinaud, R., Tremere, L.A. (eds) Immediate Early Genes in Sensory Processing, Cognitive Performance and Neurological Disorders. Springer, Boston, MA . https://doi.org/10.1007/978-0-387-33604-6_1

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