Conference @ the MDC > Development and Function of Somatosensation and Pain

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Philipp Selenko (group admin)

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01 April 2008

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Much progress has been made in recent years in elucidating the molecular mechanisms responsible for the phenotypic differentiation of primary afferent neurons as well as spinal dorsal horn neuronal circuits to which sensory neurons connect. We now also understand a lot more about the molecules (ion channels and other proteins) that allow sensory neurons to detect biologically relevant thermal and mechanical stimuli.

The aim of this conference is to bring together reserachers interested in the development and function of the somatosensory system. We will explore the idea that the development of the somatosensory system may in turn help us also to understand its functional organization and pathology in human disease.

Max Delbrück Communications Center
Berlin-Buch from 14 – 17 May 2008.

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