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dopaminergic

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[doh-puh-mi-nur-jik] / ˌdoʊ pə mɪˈnɜr dʒɪk /

adjective

Biochemistry.
  1. activated by or sensitive to dopamine.


Etymology

Origin of dopaminergic

First recorded in 1970–75; dopamine + -ergic

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The researchers used an antibody to selectively activate a receptor in a molecular signaling pathway to develop dopaminergic neurons.

From Science Daily • Apr. 30, 2024

"Moreover, cells activated via the FZD5 receptor closely resemble dopaminergic neurons of natural origin."

From Science Daily • Apr. 30, 2024

When dopaminergic neurons die, fine motor control is lost and patients develop tremors and uncontrollable movements.

From Science Daily • Dec. 5, 2023

In addition, the human brain contains many more dopaminergic neurons, which also wire up differently within the human brain, sending projections to the striatum and the cortex.

From Science Daily • Dec. 5, 2023

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

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