“Happy hormone” & Co.: Without neurotransmitters, nerve cells would not be able to communicate.

No chaos despite sensory overload – neurons communicate silently, efficiently, and at breakneck speed.

Are cannabinoid-based drugs suitable for clinical use? Experts remain divided on the issue.

The core areas of the septum are located at the interface between the hypothalamus and hippocampus.

One neuron alone does little – it must connect with others. This happens at the synapse.

A neuron consists of a cell body and its extensions. 

View through an electron microscope: image of a synapse

Acetylcholine was the first neurotransmitter to be discovered.

Serotonin is one of the neurotransmitters in the central nervous system.

As a neurotransmitter, dopamine also plays a role in the reward center.