This episode is our first review of neurotransmitters since episode 8 way back in 2007. We start with some basics of neuron function and brain anatomy, but the meat of the episode is a discussion of neurotransmitters and how they work. The key idea is that a simple molecule, such as dopamine, can have a wide variety of effects because of the existence of multiple receptors. This episode is appropriate for listeners of all backgrounds, but might be a little challenging for new listeners. It will be a review episode for longtime listeners and those with backgrounds in neuroscience. Links and References: • Essentials of Modern Neuroscience by Franklin Amthor, W. Anne Burton Theibert, David Standaert, and Erik Roberson; 1st ed. 2020 • • Molecular & Cell Biology For Dummies, 2nd Edition by Rene Fester Kratz • • BS 118: Beyond the Zonules of Zinn: A Fantastic Journey Through Your Brain (2008) by David Bainbridge • • BS 169: Glial Cells with Doug Fields • • BS 186: The Spike with Mark Humphries • • BS 197: Neuroscience For Dummies 3rd Edition by Frank Amthor • • The War of the Soups and the Sparks: The Discovery of Neurotransmitters and the Dispute Over How Nerves Communicate by Elliot Valenstein • • Please visit http://brainsciencepodcast.com for additional references and episode transcripts.In • Announcements: • Please FOLLOW the Brain Science podcast channel on • YouTube. • The mobile app has been updated and is now called Brain Science Podcast • . The app is free and MyLibsyn Premium subscribers can use it to access transcripts and other premium content. • Dr. Campbell's move to New Zealand has been delayed, but she hopes to be in Auckland by August, 2023. Please reach out if you live in New Zealand or Australia. • Please subscribe or follow Brain Science • in your favorite audio app and please share it with others • . • Get free gift "5 Things You Need to Know about YOUR Brain when you sign up for the free Brain ScienceNewsletter • to get show notes automatically every month. You can also text brainscience to 55444 to sign up. • Support Brain Science • by buying Are You Sure? The Unconscious Origins of Certainty • by Virginia "Ginger" Campbell, MD. (Autographed copies are available) • Learn more ways to support Brain Science • at https://brainsciencepodcast.com/premium

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