By Rebecca Phillips, University Communications science writer PULLMAN, Wash. – An imposter molecule may be misleading doctors who monitor dopamine levels in their patients with Parkinson’s disease.
By Brenda Alling, WSU Vancouver VANCOUVER, Wash. – Research scientist Christine Portfors will study how the brain chemical dopamine influences hearing with support from the National Institutes of Health. The work may ultimately lead to better therapies for people with hearing loss and communication problems.