Acetylcholine
Type: Concept
As of November 2026, Acetylcholine has been mentioned in 4 episodes across 1 podcast, first heard Sep 2025 on HUBERMAN LAB.
Acetylcholine (ACh) is an organic compound that functions in the brain and body of many types of animals as a neurotransmitter. Its name is derived from its chemical structure: it is an ester of acetic acid and choline. Parts in the body that use or are affected by acetylcholine are referred to as cholinergic.
| Mentioned in | 4 episodes on 1 podcast (as of November 2026) |
|---|---|
| First heard | Sep 2025 on HUBERMAN LAB |
| Field | Neuroscience, Biochemistry |
| Domain | Neuroscience |
What do podcasts say about Acetylcholine?
3 quotes, recorded on HUBERMAN LAB.
Norepinephrine… acetylcholine… gate plasticity in the brain.
HUBERMAN LAB · · Hear itMentioned in entities list but not substantively discussed in the provided transcript segment.
HUBERMAN LAB · · EpisodeNot substantively discussed in the provided excerpt; neurochemicals mentioned are primarily adrenaline, dopamine, and plasticity-related effects.
HUBERMAN LAB · · Episode
Who talks about Acetylcholine on podcasts?
Acetylcholine came up; the most recent mention was Sep 2025 on HUBERMAN LAB.
- How to Expand Your Consciousness DR ANDREW HUBERMAN on HUBERMAN LAB (Sep 2025)
- The Top Study Habits to Improve Learning | Dr. Andrew Huberman on HUBERMAN LAB (Sep 2025)
- The Hidden Art Of Reinventing Yourself DR ANDREW HUBERMAN on HUBERMAN LAB (Sep 2025)
- Challenge Yourself Every Day for Success DR ANDREW HUBERMA on HUBERMAN LAB (Sep 2025)
What is Acetylcholine mentioned alongside?
Acetylcholine is most often mentioned alongside Discipline, brain-derived neurotrophic factor and Hippocampus.
Mentioned together: Discipline, brain-derived neurotrophic factor, Hippocampus, Identity, Default Mode Network, Sleep, Emotional regulation, Learning, Norepinephrine, Proprioception