{
  "id": 11511212,
  "title": "Student explores new treatments for depression, addiction",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/02/student-explores-new-treatments-for-depression-addiction",
  "topic": "science",
  "section": "Science",
  "published": "2026-10-02T19:48:41.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch Nigeria",
    "slug": "punch-nigeria",
    "url": "https://punchng.com/student-explores-new-treatments-for-depression-addiction/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "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.",
  "summary": "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/",
  "key_points": [
    "Pharmacist and PhD candidate Trust Nwaka explores psychedelic drugs for depression and addiction.",
    "Research focuses on how tryptamines interact with biological targets beyond traditional receptors.",
    "Study aims to identify drug targets and pathways for safer neuropsychiatric disorder treatments."
  ],
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      {
        "outlet": "Punch",
        "title": "Student explores new treatments for depression, addiction",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/02/student-explores-new-treatments-for-depression-addiction-11512148",
        "published": "2026-10-02T19:52:44.000Z"
      }
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}