Dopamine neurons have a direct role in encoding movement, a new study reports. Read More
A new technique to study neurotransmission in the brain has revealed only a small portion of synapses may be active at any given time. Read More
A new stem cell study offers clues as to how Parkinson's disease spreads from cell to cell. Read More
A new study shows how dopamine can help change the flow of information in the brain. Read More
Researchers have discovered a new method to ramp up the conversion of skin cells to dopamine neurons. Read More
A process which helps maintain calcium levels in cells may also play a role in maintaining dopamine levels, researchers report. Read More
A new study reports on a possible reason for accelerated cell deterioration in Parkinson's disease. Read More
An existing anti-malaria drug shows promise for the treatment of Parkinson's disease, a new study reports. Read More
Dopamine neurons are activated less than in adults brains when teens are faced with the prospect of a reward, a new study reports. Read More
A new study reports sleep can enhance memory retention while suppressing the activity of dopamine neurons. Read More
Transplantable dopamine neurons produced from stem cells could expedite treatment options for Parkinson's disease. Read More
Transplanted dopamine neurons from fetal tissues remained healthy in the brains of people with Parkinson's disease for 14 years. Read More