The way zebrafish respond to repeated exposure and withdrawal from nicotine mirrors more complex human responses during withdrawal. Read More
Researchers have developed a protein sensor which allows for the observation of nicotine's movement in cells. Read More
By stimulating cold and nicotine receptors, researchers successfully improved metabolism in mice, helping them to lose weight. Further studies will investigate whether the same results can be achieved in humans. Read More
Finding it difficult to quit smoking? Your genes may be to blame. Researchers discover genetic mutations play a key role in nicotine relapse. Read More
A detailed 3D structure of nicotinic acetylcholine receptors could help pave the way to developing new treatments for nicotine addiction, researchers report. Read More
A new study reports small fragments of the rabies virus binds to, and inhibits, nicotinic acetylcholine receptors in the brain, inducing frenzied behaviors. Read More
Researchers have identified a genetic variant associated with an increased risk of nicotine dependence. Read More
Researchers are developing a drug that enhances the function of nicotinic acetylcholine receptors. The drug could have three different applications in relieving pain, slowing memory loss in aging people and as a smoking cessation medication. Read More
Researchers have discovered a compound from marine snails that is able to block pain by targeting a pathway not associated with opioids. Read More
Researchers have crystallized a protein that could hold the answer as to how nicotine addiction occurs in the brain. Read More
When given independently from tobacco, nicotine appears to help protect the aging brain, a new study reports. Read More
Researchers have discovered blocking the B2 subunit of nicotinic receptors can prevent memory loss associated with Alzheimer's disease. Read More
