A new study shows dopamine isn’t the brain’s movement “gas pedal” after all. Instead of setting speed or strength, it quietly enables movement in the background, much like oil in an engine. When ...
Forget being an adrenaline junkie. Research suggests that dopamine is the real reason why we prefer to take on bigger challenges like running marathons or tackling difficult problems at work. Alex ...
When neuroscientists gather in the Spanish city of Seville in May for the annual Dopamine Society meeting, one discussion could be unusually lively. Session 31 will feature a debate between ...
The neurotransmitter dopamine is commonly known for its role in brain networks regulating pleasure and reward. But many people with disorders that affect the dopamine system, such as Parkinson’s ...