Researchers have identified novel neural pathways that help regulate sleep and wakefulness.
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A new study reveals noradrenaline plays a vital role in early stages of perception. Researchers report later processing of visual information occurs in the cerebral cortex and is affected by noradrenaline to determine if an image will enter our stream of consciousness.
Researchers pay tribute to Arvid Carlsson, who was awarded the Nobel Prize for his research into dopamine, and evaluate what his research means to modern neuroscience.
Trinity College Dublin researchers report controlled breathing, a key element of meditation, directly affects noradrenaline levels in the brain. The study suggests controlled breathing can enhance attention and improve overall brain health.
RIKEN researchers report neurons in the locus coeruleus play a key role in emotional and flexible learning.
A new report examines the effect stress can have on our bodies and general health.
Pupil dilation is at its largest when people are most uncertain about their situation, a new study reports.
Researchers document the role noradrenaline plays in modulating the primary visual cortex.
A new study reports on the role acetylcholine, dopamine and noradrenaline play in uncertainty.
A new study reveals a link between a vulnerability to depression and noradrenergic neurons.
A new study reports TRPV1 controls the nerves that release noradrenaline and affects core body temperature during the 'fight or flight' response.
A new study reports on a possible reason for accelerated cell deterioration in Parkinson's disease.
