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December 26, 2010

Dopamine Looks As Beautiful As It Feels.

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This beautiful micrograph shows crystals of dopamine – the chemical released when we do naturally rewarding things like eating and having sex. Dopamine also affects brain processes involved in controlling movement, mood and memory.

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