Episode 145
How Nicotine Switches the Brain onto Cocaine
A new study indicates that nicotine primes the brain for cocaine by altering the structure of a gene linked to learning, memory and addiction.
Naked Scientists, In Short Special Editions Podcast · The Naked Scientists
December 5, 201110m 44s
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Show Notes
How does nicotine open a gateway to cocaine addiction? A new study indicates that nicotine primes the brain for cocaine - by altering the structure of a gene linked to learning, memory and addiction. Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists
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