Stanford researchers discovered that dialing down an overactive enzyme, LRRK2, can regrow lost cellular “antennae” in key ...

Dopamine drives our desire for rewards—understanding how it works can help us break bad habits, build motivation, and harness ...

Putting the brakes on an enzyme might rescue neurons that are dying due to a type of Parkinson's disease that's caused by a ...

Ever find yourself unable to stop scrolling through your phone, chasing that next funny video or interesting post?

Dopamine is most known for its role in short-term pleasure. But it also assists with learning, maintaining focus and ...

Putting the brakes on an enzyme might rescue neurons that are dying due to a type of Parkinson's disease that's caused by a ...

Inhibition of LKKR2 may rescue neurons that are dying due to a type of Parkinson’s disease that is caused by a single genetic ...

However, modern technology has amplified the effects of dopamine, leading to negative consequences. Activities such as ...

The results of experiments in mice models were "astounding," said biochemist Suzanne Pfeffer of Stanford University.

Here's what it does in our brains and bodies. Dopamine is a neurotransmitter - a chemical messenger that facilitates communication between the brain and the central nervous system. It sends messages ...