dopaminergic
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of dopaminergic
Example Sentences
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The mice developed key features associated with Parkinson's disease, including damage to dopaminergic neurons, increased brain inflammation, movement problems, and greater buildup of alpha-synuclein, a protein closely tied to disease progression.
From Science Daily • Jan. 6, 2026
"Moreover, cells activated via the FZD5 receptor closely resemble dopaminergic neurons of natural origin."
From Science Daily • Apr. 30, 2024
Researchers around the world have been working to coax stem cells to differentiate into dopaminergic neurons, to replace those lost in patients living with Parkinson's disease.
From Science Daily • Apr. 30, 2024
A new organoid model of the dopaminergic system sheds lights on its intricate functionality and potential implications for Parkinson's disease.
From Science Daily • Dec. 5, 2023
As happens in the human brain, the dopaminergic neurons of the midbrain organoid send out projections to the striatum and the cortex organoids.
From Science Daily • Dec. 5, 2023
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