Lecture 21

Calcium ions promote vesicle fusion and also triggers biochemical events that potentiate release of
neurotransmitter during subsequent action potential. How does botulinum toxin work to prevent
release of neurotransmitters at the presynaptic membrane?

Lecture 22

How do the drugs that alter dopamine signaling affect brain stimulation reward system?

Lecture 23

What is the function of non-dominant hemisphere Wernicke’s area in relation to speech and emotions?

Lecture 24

Explain the mechanism of action of benzodiazepines in treatment of anxiety disorders.