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flag Scientists discover neurons in mice that signal fullness, potentially leading to new obesity treatments.

flag Researchers at Columbia University have found specialized neurons in mice's brainstems that signal when to stop eating by integrating information about food intake. flag Using light to activate these neurons caused the mice to eat less, suggesting a role in regulating appetite. flag As vertebrates share similar brainstem structures, humans likely have similar neurons, which could lead to new obesity treatments.

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