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 Project Summary  Fiona M. Inglis, Ph.D. (Young Investigator 2001) of Tulane University, will investigate the pharmacological regulation of release of the neurotransmitter acetylcholine in the thalamus, and release of acetylcholine and dopamine in the frontal cortex. Evidence suggests that increased activity of acetylcholine may be responsible for some symptoms of schizophrenia. Dr. Inglis will examine the effects of altering the neurons that supply acetylcholine on the release of dopamine and acetylcholine using several techniques. These experiments should provide important information on the interaction of acetylcholine in the thalamus with dopamine systems, which may provide clues as to how antipsychotic medications alleviate symptoms of schizophrenia. Program Area: SCHIZOPHRENIA/PSYCHOTIC DISORDERS\Schizophrenia |
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