Findings may explain mood changes that precede disease
dopamine
OMRF receives grant for Alzheimer’s research
The National Institutes of Health has awarded the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation $480,000 for research on dopamine’s role in Alzheimer’s disease.
OMRF scientist receives Alzheimer’s grant
Alzheimer’s affects 5.8 million Americans, and one in three senior citizens dies with the disease or other forms of dementia.
Taking action: OMRF researcher starts lab investigating vital chemical
Dopamine is a chemical responsible for voluntary movement and the perception of rewards in the brain.
Beckstead, Michael
Does DNA determine happiness?
Some genes influence joy, but that’s not the whole story.
