Dopamine Plays Double Duty in Learning and Motivation
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A novel study suggests that dopamine, a neurotransmitter, plays dual roles in learning and motivation.
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Optogenetic Stimulation of Midbrain Dopamine Neurons Produces Striatal Serotonin Release
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Dopamine regulates both learning and motivation •
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