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Brain molecule regulating human emotion, mood uncovered

August 7, 2013 by

Scientists have discovered an enzyme called Rines that regulates MAO-A, a major brain protein controlling emotion and mood. The enzyme is a potentially promising drug target for treating diseases associated with emotions such as depression.

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