Student explores new treatments for depression, addiction
A Nigerian PhD candidate, Trust Nwaka, is researching how psychedelic drugs can be used to develop new treatments for depression and substance use disorder Read More: https://punchng.com/student-explores-new-treatments-for-depression-addiction/
Pharmacist and PhD candidate Trust Nwaka from the University of Toledo is examining the effects of psychedelic drugs like tryptamines on depression, addiction, and other mental health conditions. His research delves into how these compounds interact with biological targets and pathways beyond the receptors typically associated with their effects.
Utilizing photoaffinity labeling and multi-omics techniques, Nwaka aims to uncover the specific biological systems influenced by these drugs and how they contribute to both their therapeutic benefits and adverse side effects. Nwaka's investigation seeks to identify drug targets and pathways that could elucidate the complex interplay between psychedelic compounds and the human body, ultimately contributing to the development of safer and more effective treatments for neuropsychiatric disorders.
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