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Science & ResearchAug 22, 2026

Melanin-concentrating hormone inhibits PVN oxytocin neurons through a barium-sensitive inwardly rectifying potassium channels and MCH-neuron ablation alters pup-directed aggression

Interactions between melanin-concentrating hormone (MCH) neurons and oxytocin neurons are crucial for parental care.

Interactions between melanin-concentrating hormone (MCH) neurons and oxytocin neurons are crucial for parental care. Whole-cell patch-clamp recordings demonstrated that MCH inhibits paraventricular hypothalamic nucleus (PVN)-oxytocin neurons through activation of…

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