Award
National Institute on Drug Abuse 5R01DA022340-15
Endogenous Cannabinoid Control of Reward Substrates
Recipient
University of Maryland Baltimore
Award Amount
$529,576.00
Ceiling
$529,576.00
Awarded
April 16, 2025
Identifier
5R01DA022340-15
The award funds research on how the endocannabinoid system modulates reward-related behavior and motivation, using genetic and mechanistic approaches to understand dopamine neuron regulation and potential therapeutic targets for motivational disorders.
Description
This project explores the role of the endocannabinoid system in motivation and reward seeking. It involves genetic dissection approaches and mechanistic studies to elucidate the role of endocannabinoid signaling in encoding reward-related cues and motivation. The research aims to provide new insights on therapeutic strategies for motivational disorders such as maladaptive drug seeking.