Serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SRIs) are a class of drugs that affect the brain’s serotonin system, and doctors most commonly prescribe them as antidepressants. SRIs increase the levels of serotonin ...

To enjoy the scent of morning coffee and freshly baked cookies or to perceive the warning smell of something burning, the brain needs two types of cells, neurons and astrocytes, to work closely with ...

A study published in Nature reveals the functional relevance of tumor-neuron interactions that regulate the growth of ependymoma brain tumors. The study, conducted by researchers at Baylor College of ...

Research shows that reward-based learning requires the two neuromodulators to balance one another's influence -- like the accelerator and brakes on a car If you've heard of two of the brain's chemical ...

A new study finds no evidence of naturally occurring DMT or its storage in the serotonin neurons of the rat brain.

For decades, the idea that the human brain might naturally produce the psychedelic compound DMT has attracted considerable attention. It has been speculated that DMT could function as a natural ...

A recent Science Immunology study revealed that neonatal gut bacteria produce serotonin and down-regulate monoamine oxidase A (MOA) to limit serotonin breakdown, thereby promoting immune tolerance.

When you first meet someone who captivates your attention, the experience often feels electric. Your heart races, thoughts loop endlessly, and normal routines slip away. These sensations aren't just ...