Trace Amine Associated Receptor 1 Modulates Behavioral Effects of Ethanol
Author(s) -
Laurie J. Lynch,
Katherine Sullivan,
Eric J. Vallender,
James K. Rowlett,
Donna M. Platt,
Gregory M. Miller
Publication year - 2013
Publication title -
substance abuse research and treatment
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 1.027
H-Index - 22
ISSN - 1178-2218
DOI - 10.4137/sart.s12110
Subject(s) - ethanol , righting reflex , pharmacology , chemistry , knockout mouse , alcohol , medicine , endocrinology , receptor , psychology , reflex , biochemistry
Few treatment options for alcohol use disorders (AUDs) exist and more are critically needed. Here, we assessed whether trace amine associated receptor 1 (TAAR1), a modulator of brain monoamine systems, is involved in the behavioral and reinforcement-related effects of ethanol and whether it could potentially serve as a therapeutic target.
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