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Here you will find all the key concepts and notions of neuroscience. An essential resource for those who would like to better understand the brain and how it works!

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Serotonin: A neurotransmitter involved in mood management and associated with happiness. Often called the “happiness hormone”, serotonin activates or inhibits brain activity depending on the receptor to which it binds. Serotonin is essential for neurons to communicate with each other.

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Zebras (fish) :: An animal model often used in neuroscience to better understand how the brain works.