What Is Dopamine | Mamamimi Me

Dopamine is a neuromodulatory molecule that functions as a hormone and neurotransmitter, playing crucial roles in motivation, reward-motivated behavior, motor control, and other physiological processes. As an organic chemical of the [[catecholamine|catecholamine]] and [[phenethylamine|phenethylamine]] families, dopamine is synthesized in the brain and kidneys from its precursor chemical, [[ldopa|L-DOPA]]. Its involvement in motor control and synaptic transmission is well-established. The study of dopamine has been influenced by the work of [[arvid-carlsson|Arvid Carlsson]].