Award
National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke 1R21NS131301-01A1
Electronic nicotine device systems (ENDS)-induced alterations in glutamate homeostasis: Effects on seizure susceptibility
Recipient
University of Alabama at Birmingham
Award Amount
$396,590.00
Ceiling
$396,590.00
Awarded
February 23, 2024
Identifier
1R21NS131301-01A1
NIH-funded research studying the impact of menthol-flavored electronic nicotine delivery systems on seizure susceptibility and neuronal function to guide health policies.
Description
This NIH-funded project investigates the neurobiological effects of electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS), specifically focusing on how menthol-flavored vaping influences seizure susceptibility and neuronal hyperexcitability. The study aims to provide foundational data to inform public health policies and individual choices regarding ENDS use.