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Molecular Pharmacology Laboratory

Molecular Pharmacology Laboratory Staff

The Molecular Pharmacology Laboratory Staff
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The investigators in the Molecular Pharmacology Laboratory study the mechanisms of action of currently available medications for Bipolar Disorders and Schizophrenia and work to identify new targets and new compounds to treat these disorders. Particular areas of recent or current research include:

Nucleus Accumbens

Dynorphinergic cells are activated by clozapine
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Salvinorin Analogues

Synthesis of Salvinorin Analogues Modified at the C-2 Position
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Time-course study

Time-course study of larval arrest (wt N2 strain) in the presence of clozapine.
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Core Personnel and associated Faculty

Representative Publications

Our work is supported by NIH grants, the Stanley Medical Research Institute, NARSAD, industrial contracts, and private gifts.

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