Delving deep into the brain: MRI sensor allows neuroscientists to map neural activity with molecular precision
Thursday, May 1, 2014 - 17:00
in Biology & Nature
An MRI sensor now allows neuroscientists to map neural activity with molecular precision. This is the first time anyone has been able to map neural signals with high precision over large brain regions in living animals, offering a new window on brain function, says the lead researcher. The new work focused on the study of the neurotransmitter dopamine in a region called the ventral striatum, which is involved in motivation, reward, and reinforcement of behavior.