Also referred to as chemical messengers, neurotransmitters are chemical agents made and released by neurons. They are stored in vesicles at the terminal end (presynaptic terminal) of a neuron. Their ...

An interview with Richard Delle Bovi, conducted at SfN 2018 by Alina Shrourou, BSc. What are neurotransmitters? Which ones are important and why? Neurotransmitters are chemical messages that the body ...

Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) are a type of antidepressant that doctors sometimes prescribe for depression, panic disorders, and social anxiety. MAOIs are a type of antidepressant medication ...

If you struggled with math as a child, blame your neurotransmitters. Researchers have long thought that brain excitement and inhibition levels are related to learning, especially during formative ...

Scientists at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital have drawn on structural biology expertise to determine structures of vesicular monoamine transporter 2 (VMAT2), a key component of neuronal ...

Ever pondered the enigmatic nature of leadership? The dynamics of leading a group can vary greatly from one individual to another. While several elements contribute to effective leadership, ...