Adrenal Gland: Development and Stress Response

This lecture covers the anatomy and development of the adrenal gland, from its discovery in the 16th century to the identification of catecholamines. It explains the stress response pathway involving the hypothalamus, pituitary gland, and adrenal cortex, detailing the short and long-term effects of stress on the body. The lecture also delves into the functional implications of the adrenal medulla as a site of direct neuro-endocrine interaction and the physiological effects of epinephrine and norepinephrine.