Award
Oklahoma City VA Medical Center 11300741
Influence of rostromedial tegmental nucleus GABA neurons in opioid use disorder
Recipient
Oklahoma City VA Medical Center
Awarded
June 10, 2026
Identifier
11300741
Research project funded by Veterans Affairs and NIH to study the role of specific brain neurons in opioid use disorder in veterans, using various scientific techniques over four years.
Description
The project aims to elucidate the role of the rostromedial tegmental nucleus in opioid use disorder, especially in veterans. The study involves electrophysiological, behavioral, molecular, and cell type-specific techniques in mice. The project focuses on age-related changes and potential therapeutic targets for opioid addiction.