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
This finding may be especially important given that axial symptoms, such as gait or postural stability problems, typically do not respond well to DBS and existing dopaminergic therapies, such as levodopa.
From Science Daily ● Jun. 4, 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
Tremor and a loss of motor control are characteristic symptoms of Parkinson's disease and are due to a loss of neurons that release the neurotransmitter dopamine, called dopaminergic neurons.
From Science Daily ● Dec. 5, 2023
Apart from mediating the feeling of "reward," dopaminergic neurons also play a crucial role in fine motor control, which is lost in diseases such as Parkinson's disease.
From Science Daily ● Dec. 5, 2023
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