Neurotransmitters

Neurotransmitters are chemical substances, synthesized and released by nerve cells, or glandular hormones that excite or inhibit other nerve, muscle, or gland cells. Known neurotransmitters include acetylcholine, aspartic acid, catecholamines, cholecystokinin, endorphins, gamma aminobutyric acid, glutamic acid, glycine, histamine, neurotensin, serotonin, and substance P.

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• National Institute on Drug Abuse
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Upcoming Events

• March, 03 2010
  Developmental Disabilities Grand Rounds - Dopaminergic Modulation of Brain Development and Behavior
• April, 07 2010
  Developmental Disabilities Grand Rounds - Prader-Willi Syndrome and Serotonin 2C Receptor Editing: Every Dogma Has its Day

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StudyFinder - Participate in a study related to Neurotransmitters

Vanderbilt Kennedy Center researchers need subjects to complete the studies listed below.

• Melatonin for Insomnia in Children with Autism

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