Neuroscience News logo for mobile.
  • Neuroscience News
  • Neuroscience
  • Disorders
  • Programs
  • Advertise
    • Newsletter Ads
  • Submit News
  • Subscribe
  • Register
  • Discussions
    • Discussion Groups
    • Neuroscience Forums
    • Activity
    • Members
Neuroscience News Logo
Neuroscience News Small Logo
  • Neuroscience
    Neuroscience

    Neuroscience research articles are provided.

    What is neuroscience? Neuroscience is the scientific study of nervous systems. Neuroscience can involve research from many branches of science including those involving neurology, brain science, neurobiology, psychology, computer science, artificial intelligence, statistics, prosthetics, neuroimaging, engineering, medicine, physics, mathematics, pharmacology, electrophysiology, biology, robotics and technology.

    This shows a symmetrical pattern

    Seven-Month-Old Babies Already Have a Sense of Symmetry

    This shows a young macaque

    Simplified Voice Box Enriches Human Speech

    This shows the outline of two heads

    Reprogramming the Brain’s Cleaning Crew to Mop Up Alzheimer’s Disease

    • Open Access Neuroscience
    • Electrophysiology
    • Neuroscience Opinions
    • Neuroscience Videos
    • Sponsored Neuroscience News
  • Neurology
    Neurology

    – These articles focus mainly on neurology research.
    – What is neurology?
    – Definition of neurology: a science involved in the study of the nervous systems, especially of the diseases and disorders affecting them.
    – Neurology research can include information involving brain research, neurological disorders, medicine, brain cancer, peripheral nervous systems, central nervous systems, nerve damage, brain tumors, seizures, neurosurgery, electrophysiology, BMI, brain injuries, paralysis and spinal cord treatments.

    This shows the outline of two heads

    Reprogramming the Brain’s Cleaning Crew to Mop Up Alzheimer’s Disease

    This shows the SOD1 protein

    ‘Abnormal’ Protein Could Be Common Link Between All Forms of Motor Neuron Disease

    This shows an older lady's hands

    Inverse Relationship Found Between Cancer Diagnosis and Alzheimer’s Disease

    • Alzheimer’s Disease
    • Brain Research
    • Brain Cancer
    • Autism
    • Epilepsy
    • Traumatic Brain Injuries
    • Parkinson’s Disease
  • Psychology
    Psychology

    What is Psychology?
    Definition of Psychology: Psychology is the study of behavior in an individual, or group. Our psychology articles cover research in mental health, psychiatry, depression, psychology, schizophrenia, autism spectrum, happiness, stress and more.

    This shows a shadowy looking man

    Can Experts Determine Who Might Be a Mass Killer?

    This shows heads made of cogwheels

    Cognitive Biases and Brain Biology Help Explain Why Facts Don’t Change Minds

    This shows vitamin capsules

    Vitamin D Supplementation Seems to Alleviate Depressive Symptoms in Adults

    • Schizophrenia
    • Depression
    • Bipolar Disorder
    • Mental Health
  • AI
    AI
    This shows a brain

    Researchers Create Most Realistic Computer Models of Brain Cells

    This shows cartoons of fabels like the hare and the turtle

    Machines Can Learn From Fables

    This shows a woman's head

    Dynamic Mental Illness Indicators Caught by Advanced AI in Brain Imaging

    • Neural Networks
    • Deep Learning
    • Machine Learning
  • Robotics
    Robotics

    Robotics articles will cover robotics research press releases. Robotics news from universities, labs, researchers, engineers, students, high schools, conventions, competitions and more are posted and welcome.

    This shows the robot doing different chores

    Robots Learn Household Tasks by Watching Humans

    This shows a robotic tabby cat

    Introducing a Protocol for Using Robotic Pets in Memory Care

    This shows a robotic arm in motion

    A Robot Learns to Imagine Itself

  • Genetics
    Genetics

    Genetics articles related to neuroscience research will be listed here.

    This shows the SOD1 protein

    ‘Abnormal’ Protein Could Be Common Link Between All Forms of Motor Neuron Disease

    This shows the outline of two heads and a brain in a light bulb

    Aging Neutralizes Sex Differences in the Brain

    This shows a young couple and alcohol bottles

    Is There Really Such a Thing as an ‘Addictive Personality’?

  • Neurotech
    Neurotech
    This shows a brain scan

    How Not to Use Brain Scans in Neuroscience

    This shows the cornea implant

    Bioengineered Cornea Can Restore Sight to the Blind and Visually Impaired

    This shows a brain in a lightbulb

    Researchers Explore the “Dark Side” of Alzheimer’s Disease Revealing New Biomarkers

    • Brain Computer Interfaces
    • Neuroprosthetics
  • About
    • Neuroscience Newsletters
    • Privacy Policy
    • Contact Neuroscience News
    • Neuroscience News Sitemap
    • Log In
  • Trending
    NowWeekMonth
    This shows the outline of a head

    A New Theory in Physics Claims to Solve the Mystery of Consciousness

    This shows a drawing of an ear, a soundwave and a hand

    Breakthrough in Search for Tinnitus Cure

    This shows heads made of cogwheels

    Cognitive Biases and Brain Biology Help Explain Why Facts Don’t Change Minds

    This shows an older lady's hands

    Inverse Relationship Found Between Cancer Diagnosis and Alzheimer’s Disease

    This shows vitamin capsules

    Vitamin D Supplementation Seems to Alleviate Depressive Symptoms in Adults

Home
D2 receptors
Latest
  • Latest
  • Oldest
  • Random
  • A to Z

D2 receptors

This shows the D2R
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology
·March 18, 2020·4 min read

Psychosis linked to the omission of chemical rewards in brain: Mouse study

Researchers investigate the role the dopamine 2 receptor plays in psychosis.
Read More
This shows a dopamine stick and ball model
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology
·July 20, 2019·3 min read

Pioneering new study on dopamine and stress

A neuroimaging study on house sparrows reveals changes in the dopaminergic system could be a physiological mechanism underlying the negative behavioral effects of chronic stress. The findings shed light on stress and resilience in wildlife and humans.
Read More
neurons
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience VideosOpen Neuroscience Articles
·February 19, 2019·5 min read

Altered Brain Activity Patterns of Parkinson’s Captured in Mice

Researchers have pinpointed how brain activity changes in mouse models of Parkinson's disease, providing clues as to what may drive symptoms of the disease in humans.
Read More
amygdala in the brain
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles
·January 25, 2019·4 min read

Brain Pathway Linked to Impulsive Behaviors Identified

A new study reveals impulsive behaviors may be triggered when dopamine passes from the amygdala to the BNST.
Read More
Image shows a brain.
AutismFeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles
·October 17, 2017·6 min read

Signaling Pathway May Be Key To Why Autism Is More Common In Boys

A mouse study reveals the male brain may be more vulnerable to a genetic cause of autism.
Read More
Image shows a person holding his head.
FeaturedNeuroscience
·May 25, 2017·4 min read

Resetting Balance in Reward Center May Help Treat Alcohol Addiction

A new study reveals insight into the mechanisms underlying alcohol addiction.
Read More
Image shows candy sprinkles on a woman's lips.
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology
·March 6, 2017·6 min read

Not So Sweet? This Is What Happens to the Brain When You Give Up Sugar for Lent

Decided to cut back on sugary treats? A new article considers why it might not be such a sweet idea for all.
Read More
Image shows the location of the striatum in the brain.
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology
·July 6, 2016·3 min read

Dopamine Receptor Blockage Could Be Cause For Side Effects of Some Antipsychotics

Researchers report a blockade of D2 receptors in interneurons can increase acetylcholine signaling above threshold on neighboring neurons, resulting in motor abnormalities.
Read More
Image shows a woman eating chocolate.
FeaturedNeuroscience
·June 15, 2016·4 min read

Dopamine, Obesity and Age Appear to Influence Preference For Sweet Foods

Researchers believe they might have identified a new abnormality in the relationship between dopamine and response to food in those with obesity.
Read More
Diagram shows how spontaneous activity fluctuations increase dopamine.
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles
·April 17, 2016·3 min read

A New Principle for Brain Controlled Hormone Secretion

A new study reports on how dopamine can regulate itself.
Read More
Illustration shows location of the basal ganglia in the brain.
FeaturedNeurology
·October 7, 2015·3 min read

Lack of D1 Receptors Results in Slowed Movement in Parkinson’s Patients

A new study reveals a lack of dopamine transmission via D1 receptors disrupts information flow in the basal ganglia and can cause difficulty in initiating voluntary movements for Parkinson's patients.
Read More
This image shows the brain with the frontal lobe highlighted.
FeaturedGenetics
·March 21, 2014·4 min read

Genetic Factor Contributes to Forgetfulness

Researchers discover a connection between lapses in memory and the DRD2 gene.
Read More
1 2

Recent Neuroscience Research

This shows a symmetrical pattern

Seven-Month-Old Babies Already Have a Sense of Symmetry

This shows a young macaque

Simplified Voice Box Enriches Human Speech

This shows the outline of two heads

Reprogramming the Brain’s Cleaning Crew to Mop Up Alzheimer’s Disease

This shows a shadowy looking man

Can Experts Determine Who Might Be a Mass Killer?

This shows the SOD1 protein

‘Abnormal’ Protein Could Be Common Link Between All Forms of Motor Neuron Disease

This shows heads made of cogwheels

Cognitive Biases and Brain Biology Help Explain Why Facts Don’t Change Minds

Top Neuroscience of the Week

This shows the outline of a head

A New Theory in Physics Claims to Solve the Mystery of Consciousness

This shows a drawing of an ear, a soundwave and a hand

Breakthrough in Search for Tinnitus Cure

This shows an older lady reading a book

Which Leisure Activities Are Linked to Lower Risk of Dementia?

This shows a diagram from the study and neurons

Discovering a Major Contributor to Alzheimer’s Disease

This shows a woman standing alone

The Cost of Loneliness

Neuroscience News Footer Logo
  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • Instagram
  • Linkedin
  • Tumblr

Neuroscience News Sitemap
Neuroscience Graduate and Undergraduate Programs
Free Neuroscience MOOCs
Neuroscience Groups
About
Contact Us
Privacy Policy
Submit Neuroscience News
Subscribe for Emails

Coronavirus News
Neuroscience Research
Psychology News
Brain Cancer Research
Alzheimer’s Disease
Parkinson’s News
Autism / ASD News
Neurotechnology News
Artificial Intelligence News
Robotics News

Search Neuroscience News

Neuroscience News
  • Neuroscience
    • Open Access Neuroscience
    • Electrophysiology
    • Neuroscience Opinions
    • Neuroscience Videos
    • Sponsored Neuroscience News
  • Neurology
    • Alzheimer’s Disease
    • Brain Research
    • Brain Cancer
    • Autism
    • Epilepsy
    • Traumatic Brain Injuries
    • Parkinson’s Disease
  • Psychology
    • Schizophrenia
    • Depression
    • Bipolar Disorder
    • Mental Health
  • AI
    • Neural Networks
    • Deep Learning
    • Machine Learning
  • Robotics
  • Genetics
  • Neurotech
    • Brain Computer Interfaces
    • Neuroprosthetics
  • About
    • Neuroscience Newsletters
    • Privacy Policy
    • Contact Neuroscience News
    • Neuroscience News Sitemap
    • Log In
Neuroscience News Small Logo
  • Neuroscience
    • Open Access Neuroscience
    • Electrophysiology
    • Neuroscience Opinions
    • Neuroscience Videos
    • Sponsored Neuroscience News
  • Neurology
    • Alzheimer’s Disease
    • Brain Research
    • Brain Cancer
    • Autism
    • Epilepsy
    • Traumatic Brain Injuries
    • Parkinson’s Disease
  • Psychology
    • Schizophrenia
    • Depression
    • Bipolar Disorder
    • Mental Health
  • AI
    • Neural Networks
    • Deep Learning
    • Machine Learning
  • Robotics
  • Genetics
  • Neurotech
    • Brain Computer Interfaces
    • Neuroprosthetics
  • About
    • Neuroscience Newsletters
    • Privacy Policy
    • Contact Neuroscience News
    • Neuroscience News Sitemap
    • Log In
Neuroscience News LogoNeuroscience News
This shows a symmetrical pattern

Seven-Month-Old Babies Already Have a Sense of Symmetry

This shows a young macaque

Simplified Voice Box Enriches Human Speech

This shows the outline of two heads

Reprogramming the Brain’s Cleaning Crew to Mop Up Alzheimer’s Disease

This shows a shadowy looking man

Can Experts Determine Who Might Be a Mass Killer?

Start typing to see results or hit ESC to close
Neuroscience neurobiology brain research Psychology Neurology
See all results

Lost your password?
Forgotten Password
Cancel