Research reveals mechanism linking serotonin with regulation of food intake
Wednesday, November 26, 2008 - 12:56
in Biology & Nature
Genetic mouse models have provided surprising insight into mechanisms linking serotoninergic compounds with the regulation of feeding behavior and body weight. The research, published by Cell Press in the November 26th issue of the journal Neuron, pinpoints a specific group of brain cells that mediate energy balance and may lead to the development of antiobesity drugs with fewer side effects.
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