Instituto Nacional de Psiquiatria Ramon de la Fuente Muniz Researcher Updates Understanding of Biology (The Role of the Insular Cortex and Serotonergic System in the Modulation of Long-Lasting Nociception).

Researchers at the Instituto Nacional de Psiquiatria Ramon de la Fuente Muniz in Mexico City have explored the role of the insular cortex and the serotonergic system in the modulation of long-lasting nociception. Their study found that the insular cortex plays a crucial role in processing sensory information and emotions related to pain perception. Additionally, they discovered that the extracellular release of serotonin and its receptors in the insular cortex are involved in inflammatory nociception. This research sheds light on the complex mechanisms underlying pain perception and potential targets for pain management. [Extracted from the article]