Different types of neurons affect the ability to move, ... The structure of the neuron includes: Cell body: In the cell body, neurons store genetic material and produce energy to function.

Conversely, it could be that both clades now contain a mix of common (ancient) and specific (novel) neuron types. These are the sorts of questions that our experiments tried to address," Laurent adds.

Whether neuron type affects the function of the dopamine it produces has been an open question. ... This diagram shows a ramp pattern dopamine release, reaching a peak when a reward is obtained.