Tag: organophosphates

Threshold mechanisms in acetylcholine pathway insecticides and environmental safety

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Overview Previously we looked at some of the basic principles of nervous system function and how chemicals from several pesticide classes disrupt normal function.  This time we will look in detail about what we can expect for a dose-response characterization of acetylcholine pathway insecticides based upon their mode of action and properties of the nervous system. [...]

The Mechanisms of Neuro-toxic Pesticides

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Agricultural pesticides have become part of the chemical landscape that we all  live in.  To be able to make intelligent decision about the use and regulation of these chemicals, it's important to understand how they work.  Almost all modern pesticides are chemicals that interfere in some way with the nervous system. The characteristics of the [...]