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Featured Neuroscience Open Neuroscience Articles

·February 14, 2019·3 min read

Brain Pathways of Aversion Identified

Researchers have identified a specific pathway between the hypothalamus and habenula that controls feelings of aversion.

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·February 6, 2019·3 min read

Nicotine Exposure During Pregnancy Alters Dopamine Neurons and Genes in Newborns

A new study reports chronic nicotine exposure during pregnancy alters the genetics and dopamine neurons of newborns. The findings could help researchers develop a possible cure for nicotine addiction.

Featured Neurology Neuroscience Pain

·January 28, 2019·4 min read

Sleep Loss Heightens Pain Sensitivity and Dulls Brain’s Painkilling Response

Researchers report sleep deprivation intensifies and prolongs pain.

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·January 25, 2019·3 min read

When It Comes to Brain Connectivity, Cell Location Matters Most

A new study reports brain connectivity appears to be dictated by the spatial architecture of neurons, rather than the cell type-specific cues.

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·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.

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·January 24, 2019·5 min read

Dopamine Modulates Reward Experiences Elicited by Music

Researchers report a causal link between dopamine, musical pleasure and motivation. Phamacologically manipulating dopamine levels, researchers found increasing dopamine increased the hedonic experience and motivational response to listening to a piece of music.

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·January 18, 2019·4 min read

How Gut Bacteria Affects the Treatment of Parkinson’s Disease

A new study reveals how bacteria in the gut is able to metabolize levodopa into dopamine in Parkinson's patients.

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·January 17, 2019·7 min read

Surprising Role of the Cerebellum in Reward and Social Behaviors

Researchers reveal the role the cerebellum plays in helping to control the brain's reward system. The researchers identified a direct connection from the cerebellum to the ventral tegmental area. The study may shed new light on neural networks associated with social dysfunction.

Featured Neuroscience Psychology

·January 11, 2019·6 min read

How the Brain Makes Choices

From decision making to action, researchers explore how the brain allows us to make choices.

Featured Neuroscience Psychology

·January 10, 2019·5 min read

Disconnect Between Dopamine System and Cocaine Addiction Uncovered

Researchers report the release of dopamine alters when working to obtain cocaine. The study reports, the more effort it takes to secure a supply of the illicit drug, the lower the release of dopamine when taking cocaine.

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·January 8, 2019·3 min read

The Brain Hungers for Dopamine

A new study reveals the role dopamine plays in controlling eating behaviors. Researchers found when people crave specific foods, the brain releases more dopamine when they finally consume the item. The study reports the gastrointestinal tract is in constant contact with the brain and uses reward stimuli to control our desire for food.