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Researchers at the University of Michigan have mapped the complete neural pathway responsible for sensing cool temperatures from skin to brain, revealing a spinal cord amplifier and providing insights that could lead to improved treatments for temperature-related pain and sensory disorders.
Researchers have identified GluK2 as the key protein responsible for enabling mammals to sense cold temperatures, filling a long-standing gap in sensory biology. The absence of GluK2 specifically impairs responses to noxious cold in mice, while responses to other temperatures remain unaffected. This discovery offers potential therapeutic targets for addressing abnormal cold sensations in various medical conditions, potentially enhancing patient well-being.