Understanding Dopamine Neurons
Recent studies from the Champalimaud Foundation have shown that dopamine neurons play a crucial role in encoding both the timing and magnitude of future rewards. This groundbreaking research sheds light on how our brains anticipate rewards and make decisions based on these predictions.
The findings suggest that these neurons not only signal the presence of rewards but also provide vital information about when and how much reward to expect. This discovery opens up new avenues for understanding decision-making processes in both humans and animals. By revealing the intricate workings of dopamine neurons, researchers aim to enhance our grasp of various psychological disorders linked to reward processing.
