R. Racine
Researcher
Also affiliated: Arkansas Children's Hospital (2024); Université du Québec à Montréal (1979); University of Toronto (1978–1989); The Scarborough Hospital (1983–1989); Canada–France–Hawaii Telescope (1981–1985); Department of Terrestrial Magnetism (1977); McGill University (2021); Université de Montréal (1977–2015); McMaster University (1978–2007)
Faculty Researcher
Research Areas
Biomedical Subjects
Links
Biography and Research Information
OverviewAI-generated summary
R. Racine's research focuses on understanding the mechanisms of neurological disorders, particularly concerning synaptic transmission and neuronal excitability. This work has involved studies using animal models, including rats, to investigate the effects of electrical stimulation on brain regions such as the hippocampus and amygdala. Key areas of investigation include the role of specific receptors and pathways in neurological events like kindling, which is a model for epilepsy. The research aims to elucidate how these processes contribute to the development and progression of neurological conditions.
Metrics
- h-index: 30
- Publications: 103
- Citations: 3,804
Selected Publications
-
A previously healthy two-year old with ataxia and diffuse white matter abnormalities (2024)
Federal Grants 1 $153,000 total
Methionine metabolism in the acute response to radiation in the gut
Collaboration Network
Top Collaborators
- A previously healthy two-year old with ataxia and diffuse white matter abnormalities
Similar Researchers
Based on overlapping research topics