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The image shows a diagram of the brain with specific regions of the dopamine and serotonin pathways mapped out.

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·March 15, 2013·2 min read

Discovery Could Yield Treatment for Cocaine Addicts

Researchers discovered cocaine causes cells within the nucleus accumbens to boost the production of two specific proteins linked to addition and learning. Understanding addiction on a molecular level could lead to future developments for new treatments.

A new study reports on a key connection between two areas of an adult female vole's brain reward system that promotes pair bonding.

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·May 31, 2017·5 min read

Cracking the Neural Code of Love

A new study reports on a key connection between two areas of an adult female vole's brain reward system that promotes pair bonding.

This image shows midbrain mouse neurons.

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·May 23, 2014·3 min read

Researchers Profile Active Genes in Neurons Based on Connections

Researchers have devised a way to create snapshots of gene expression in neurons based on their connections.

Image shows candy sprinkles on a woman's lips.

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·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.

The image shows a diagram of the NAc and CeM.

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·April 29, 2015·4 min read

Researchers Discover Brain Circuitry Responsible for Encoding Positive and Negative Learned Associations

Researchers identify neural circuitry responsible for fear and reward learning in mice.

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