Award
Washington University in St. Louis 11452198
Determining the role of myelin and oligodendrocytes in fentanyl withdrawal-induced negative affect
Recipient
Washington University
Awarded
July 27, 2026
Identifier
11452198
Research project investigating how myelin and oligodendrocytes affect negative behaviors during fentanyl withdrawal and exploring potential treatments by restoring myelination.
Description
This project aims to understand the contribution of myelin to negative affective behaviors induced by fentanyl withdrawal and test whether restoring myelination can relieve these behaviors. It involves research in neurobiology, opioid use disorder, and glial cell function, with a focus on oligodendrocytes and neuron-glia interactions.