Cell survival depends on the energy molecule adenosine triphosphate (ATP)—it's like the fuel that keeps our brain running.

Therefore, tempering drug-induced amplification of dopamine signaling is one approach to reduce the powerful effects of drugs on the brain. We have been exploring the potential of the neuromodulator, ...

Cell survival depends on the energy molecule adenosine triphosphate (ATP) - it's like the fuel that keeps our brain running.

In intact mouse models, adenosine significantly reduced and DPCPX significantly increased the power of harmaline-induced tremor compared with baseline tremor in the same mouse (P <0.05 for both).

It works by blocking adenosine receptors in the brain that make you feel tired. That's why caffeine often makes people feel less tired and more alert and focused. However, Merrill notes that there ...