The Human Brain: Histological and Coarse Methods of Research; A Manual for Students and Asylum Medical Officers (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

William Bevan Lewis

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0656371072 ISBN 13: 9780656371075

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Master the essentials of brain study with this practical, hands-on guide to histology and coarse research methods.

This manual equips students and asylum medical officers with trusted techniques for examining the brain, from naked-eye observations to refined microscopic preparation. It emphasizes building a skilled, visual approach to normal and diseased brain tissue through clear, actionable steps and reliable apparatus.

This edition presents a structured workflow for researching the brain, including general anatomy, preparation, and detailed methods. Readers will find guidance on microscopy, freezing techniques, embedding, sectioning, staining, and mounting, all grounded in practical explanation and historical context. The material is designed to support learners who rely on careful observation and repeatable procedures rather than theory alone.

• Learn to balance naked-eye assessment with microscopic analysis to interpret brain structure and pathology.
• Follow step-by-step instructions for microtomes, freezing methods, embedding, and section-cutting.
• Understand staining and mounting techniques, plus preparation of nervous tissue in fresh and preserved states.
• Explore a comprehensive list of reagents, equipment, and procedural options used in brain research.

Ideal for students, medical officers, and researchers seeking a clear, field-tested approach to cerebral histology and the broader methods of brain study.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0656371072
• ISBN 13: 9780656371075
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 210