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12th Edition of International Conference on Neurology and Brain Disorders

October 20-22, 2025

October 20 -22, 2025 | Orlando, Florida, USA

Neurotransmitters and cell signaling

Neurotransmitters and cell signaling

Neurotransmitters act as chemical messengers that are released from neurons in order to communicate with other cells. These neurotransmitters can activate several signaling pathways within the body that ultimately lead to a variety of cellular responses. Essentially, the release of neurotransmitters serves as an intercellular communication mechanism between neurons and other cells. Neurons produce several types of neurotransmitters, all of which can act on cell surface receptors that are specific to a particular type of neurotransmitter. Once the receptor detects a neurotransmitter, it triggers a chain of events inside the cell known as signal transduction, which involves relaying the message from the neurotransmitter to the target cell. Some of the most widely studied neurotransmitters include acetylcholine, norepinephrine, serotonin and dopamine. Signaling can be thought of as a highly-orchestrated collaboration between neurons and other cells in order to relay information within the body. For example, when dopamine is released from a neuron it binds to specific receptors on the surface of another cell that then activates other mechanisms within the cell that can alter the cell’s behavior. This communication network is essential for normal physiological function, especially in the brain and the nervous system. The neurotransmitters and their respective receptors are exquisitely regulated, and the existence of defects in neurotransmitter systems can lead to numerous medical conditions, such as depression, Parkinson’s disease, and Alzheimer’s disease. Many drugs on the market today are designed to target specific neurotransmitters, such as selective serotonin re-uptake inhibitors (SSRI), which are commonly used to treat depression. By understanding the physiological mechanisms surrounding neurotransmitter release, scientists can continue to uncover new treatments for neuropsychiatric disorders.

Committee Members
Speaker at Neuroscience Conference - Ken Ware

Ken Ware

NeuroPhysics Therapy Institute and Research Centre, Australia
Speaker at Neurology and Brain Disorders - Joe Sam Robinson

Joe Sam Robinson

Mercer University, United States
Speaker at Neurology Conferences - Robert B Slocum

Robert B Slocum

University of Kentucky HealthCare, United States
INBC 2025 Speakers
Speaker at Brain Disorders Conference - Thomas J Webster

Thomas J Webster

Interstellar Therapeutics, United States
Speaker at Neuroscience Conference - Roger H Coletti

Roger H Coletti

Interventional Health, PA, United States
Speaker at Neuroscience Conference - Stephen Grossberg

Stephen Grossberg

Boston University, United States
Speaker at Brain Disorders Conference - George Diaz

George Diaz

Memorial Healthcare Systems, United States
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