Document Type
Honors Project
First Advisor
Dr. Robyn Puffenbarger
Degree Award Date
Spring 2005
Keywords
Molecular Regulation, CB2 Receptor, cannabinoid receptor, ligand modulation
Disciplines
Biology | Cell and Developmental Biology | Cell Biology | Laboratory and Basic Science Research
Abstract
The cannabinoid receptor system plays an integral role in the transmittance of signals between cells of the immune system through ligand modulation. The ligation of these receptors has the ability to activate and suppress a wide variety of immune functions. One receptor involved in this communication process is the CB2 receptor, which is most commonly found on T-cells, B-cells and macrophages. In order to better understand the effects of CB2 receptors, the production and regulation of the CB2 receptors themselves must be understood. The purpose of this research is to isolate the start of transcription for the CB2 mRNA.
Recommended Citation
Moore, Jenna S., "Study of the Molecular Regulation of the CB2 Receptor" (2005). Honors Projects. 289.
https://digitalcommons.bridgewater.edu/honors_projects/289