Mosquito Brain (IMAGE)

Virginia Tech

Mosquito Brain

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This picture of a mosquito brain highlights the presence of dopamine in regions involved in the sense of smell. The purple areas indicate tyrosine hydroxylase, which is the precursor of dopamine.

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Photo courtesy of Gabriella Wolff

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